Cold and Cloudy Nights Are Warmer Than Cold and Clear

question 31

Multiple Choice

Cold and cloudy nights are warmer than cold and clear nights (other factors being equal) because ____.

• A) of strong radiation inversions
• B) clouds reflect sunlight
• C) of thermal belts
• D) clouds absorb outgoing infrared energy and radiate it back to the surface

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Definitions:

Phagocytic Cells

Cells that are capable of ingesting and breaking down pathogens or particles, playing a key role in the immune response.

Neutrophils

White blood cells that are a key part of the immune system, responsible for fighting infection by ingesting microorganisms and releasing enzymes.

Lymphocytes

A type of white blood cell that is part of the immune system, helping the body fight infection and disease.

MHC Markers

Self-proteins in the plasma membrane of vertebrate body cells.