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        17 hours ago

        unfortunately no. per my understanding the problem with starlink satellites burning up on re-entry are two fold:

        1. the aerosolized aluminum retains heat, not reflects it
        2. the aerosolized aluminum reacts with ozone, damaging a critical protective layer against the greenhouse effect