The Surface of the Moon Is 200°C During the Day

question 52

Multiple Choice

The surface of the moon is 200°C during the day but -270°C during the night. Why?

• A)There is nothing to reflect the radiation absorbed by the ground, so it all escapes into space.
• B)The moon soil has a lower heat capacity than the earth's soil.
• C)There is a temperature inversion taking place.
• D)all of the above
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Sound Frequency

The number of sound vibrations per second, measured in hertz (Hz), affecting the pitch of the sound.

Crickets

Insects of the order Orthoptera, known for the chirping sound males make by rubbing their wings together, often associated with summer nights.

Ultrasonic Bat Calls

High-frequency sound waves emitted by bats for navigation and locating prey, inaudible to most other species.

Intensity Threshold

The minimum level of stimulus intensity required to trigger a detectable response or reaction.