Suppose the Albedo of a Planet Is Measured to Be

question 14

Multiple Choice

Suppose the albedo of a planet is measured to be 40 percent. This means that:

• A) 40 percent of the Sun's energy is absorbed.
• B) 60 percent of the Sun's energy is reflected.
• C) more energy is reflected than absorbed.
• D) 40 percent of the Sun's energy is reflected.