August 15, 2025Open Access

Implications of dust minerals on radiative transfer at regional scale, using the METAL-WRF model

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The upgraded METAL-WRF model significantly improves radiative transfer calculations involving dust minerals and aerosols.
Simulation of March and April 2022 showed enhanced accuracy in predicting irradiance due to dust effects on radiation.
Direct impact of dust minerals on radiative transfer was tested, revealing better performance near dust source regions.
This work highlights the importance of accurate mineralogical data in atmospheric models for climate impact assessments.

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