What is albedo?
Earth/Space Science EOT Review S1

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Albedo is the measure of how much light that hits a surface is reflected without being absorbed. It is expressed as a percentage.
2.
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What color would you paint something to lower its albedo?
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Black, as it absorbs more light and reflects less.
3.
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What are the characteristics of a reliable source?
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A reliable source is current (within the past 5 years), authored by a professional in the field, and written professionally.
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What is a dependent variable in an experiment?
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The dependent variable is the factor that is measured or observed in an experiment, which is affected by changes in the independent variable.
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What is transpiration in plants?
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Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plant roots, moves through plants, and is released as vapor through pores in leaves.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How can washing clothes impact water usage?
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Using a washing machine can consume a lot of water; washing only large, full loads can help reduce water usage.
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What is the water cycle?
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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
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