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Laser-made snow

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Laser could be used to make rain on demand
Being able to create enough droplets is a key challenge
By Stephanie Pappas
Ultra-fast pulses from a powerful laser can create droplets of water out of thin air, according to a new study. With the right conditions and large enough droplets, the researchers say, the technique could be used to make rain on demand.****

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/37029327/ns/technology_and_science-innovation/

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