Large volcanic eruptions

A) increase global temperatures due to the increased albedo of volcanic aerosols.
B) decrease global temperatures due to the increased albedo of volcanic aerosols.
C) have no effect on global temperatures despite the increased albedo of volcanic aerosols.
D) have little effect on the atmosphere unless only a small amount of sulfuric gases are released.


Answer: B

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