The Solar Constant Is

question 22

Multiple Choice

The solar constant is

• A)consistent amount of energy received at the top of the atmosphere.
• B)the same for a sphere or for a circle.
• C)only about a quarter of all energy emitted by the sun.
• D)the same value for all planets, even Neptune.

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Definitions:

Scoria Cones

Volcanic cones built from fragments of lava ejected during explosive eruptions, characterized by their rough, vesicular texture.

Volcanic Bombs

Large blobs of magma that are ejected from a volcano, solidify in the air, and fall to the ground in the vicinity of the volcano.

Toxic Gases

Harmful gases that can cause damage to living organisms, materials, and the environment, often produced by industrial activities or natural processes.

Vesicular Basalt

A type of basalt rock characterized by a porous texture due to gas bubbles trapped during volcanic eruption cooling.