Since 2020, aggregated from related topics
Atmospheric water vapor is the water present in the Earth's atmosphere as a gas. It plays a crucial role in the Earth's climate system, as water vapor is a greenhouse gas that helps regulate the planet's temperature. Research in this area focuses on understanding the distribution, variability, and dynamics of atmospheric water vapor, as well as its interactions with other components of the atmosphere such as clouds and aerosols. This research is important for improving weather forecasts, studying the impacts of climate change, and better understanding the Earth's water cycle.