Pollution from rocket launches and burning satellites could cause the next environmental emergency

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- This article discusses the potential environmental impact of rocket launches and satellite reentries, particularly in terms of air pollution and atmospheric effects.
- It highlights concerns raised by scientists about the growing number of rocket launches and the release of soot, aluminum oxide, and other particles into the upper atmosphere, which could have implications for climate and ozone depletion.
- The article also notes that as more satellites are launched and deorbited, the accumulation of space debris in the atmosphere is becoming an increasing concern, and calls for further research and regulation to mitigate the environmental effects of space activities.

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