CCM Activity and Ratio of Organics (IMAGE) Hokkaido University Caption A scatter plot showing CCN activity of atmospheric submicron aerosols (y-axis) and the mass ratio of organics and sulfate (x-axis). The higher the ratio of organics to sulfate, the lower the CCN activity. This trend becomes noticeable in autumn. Credit Müller A. at al., <i>Scientific Reports</i>, August 16, 2017 Usage Restrictions This image is copyrighted and can be used for reporting this press release if properly credited. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.