propellantwhether
Propellantwhether is a hypothetical concept that explores the potential environmental impact of rocket propellant exhaust products in the Earth's atmosphere. The term is a portmanteau of "propellant" and "weather," suggesting a link between the chemicals released during space launches and atmospheric phenomena.
The primary concern revolves around the chemical composition of rocket fuels. While most rockets currently use
Research in this area focuses on modeling the dispersal and chemical reactions of exhaust plumes in various
Currently, the impact of rocket launches on global weather and climate is considered negligible due to the