A reduction in dimethyl sulfide production in the oceans would likely have what effect on global climate?
A) It would not affect climate; dimethyl sulfide remains in the oceans.
B) It acts as a greenhouse gas, so a reduction would increase global temperatures.
C) It acts as a greenhouse gas, so a reduction would decrease global temperatures.
D) It helps cloud formation, so a reduction would decrease incoming solar radiation.
E) It helps cloud formation, so a reduction would increase incoming solar radiation.

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Dimethyl sulfide (DMS) produced in the oceans contributes to cloud formation by providing nuclei around which clouds can form. A reduction in DMS would lead to fewer clouds, thereby increasing the amount of incoming solar radiation reaching the Earth's surface, potentially warming the planet.

A Reduction in Dimethyl Sulfide Production in the Oceans Would