The Albedo of the Earth's Surface Is Only About 4

question 17

Multiple Choice

The albedo of the earth's surface is only about 4%, yet the combined albedo of the earth and the atmosphere is about 30%. Which set of conditions below best explains why this is so?

• A) high albedo of clouds; low albedo of water
• B) high albedo of clouds; high albedo of water
• C) low albedo of clouds; low albedo of water
• D) low albedo of clouds; high albedo of water

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