The Atmosphere near the Earth's Surface Is "Heated from Below

question 36

Multiple Choice

The atmosphere near the earth's surface is "heated from below." Which of the following is NOT responsible for the heating?

• A) conduction of heat upward from a hot surface
• B) convection from a hot surface
• C) absorption of infrared energy that has been radiated from the surface
• D) heat energy from the earth's interior

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