The Solar Constant Is Measured at

question 95

Multiple Choice

The solar constant is measured at

• A)the outer boundary of the exosphere (32,000 km (20,000 mi)).
• B)the top of the atmosphere (480 km (300 mi)).
• C)the top of the stratosphere (50 km (31 mi)).
• D)the top of the troposphere (12 km (8 mi)).
• E)Earth's surface at the equator (sea level).

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