The Earth Absorbs Only Part of the Sun's Radiation

question 28

Multiple Choice

The Earth absorbs only part of the Sun's radiation. Which of the following does NOT happen to the rest of the Sun's radiation?

• A) Absorbed by the clouds
• B) Reflected by the clouds
• C) Reflected by the land
• D) Reflected by the ocean
• E) Converted to gamma radiation by the atmosphere

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