If the Amount of Low, Thick Stratus Cloud Cover Increases

question 98

Multiple Choice

If the amount of low, thick stratus cloud cover increases, the Earth's climates would likely ________ due to increased ________.

• A) cool; absorption
• B) cool; reflectivity
• C) warm; absorption
• D) warm; reflectivity

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