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Sunspots linked to Pacific rain
Description: A study has shown how sunspots could affect climate in the Pacific. Writing in the journal Science, the international team detailed how the 11-year sunspot cycle might influence the amount of rain falling on the ocean. It is hoped the findings will lead to better models for regional climate predictions. [Source: BBC News]
URL: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/8224543.stm
Availability: Full Text
Source: BBC News
Publish Date: 8/28/2009
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