Earth's Energy Budget

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What is Earth's Energy Budget?

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Earth's Energy Budget refers to the balance between the energy Earth receives from the sun and the energy it radiates back into space. This balance is crucial for maintaining the planet's climate.

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What is Point Source Pollution?

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Point Source Pollution is pollution that can be traced back to a single, identifiable source, such as a factory or sewage treatment plant.

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What is Non-point Source Pollution?

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Non-point Source Pollution is pollution that comes from multiple, diffuse sources, making it hard to identify a single origin, such as runoff from agricultural fields.

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What is Infrared Light?

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Infrared Light is a type of electromagnetic radiation that is not visible to the human eye but is felt as heat. It is responsible for most of the warmth we feel from the sun.

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What are Greenhouse Gases?

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Greenhouse Gases are gases in Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, such as carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide, contributing to the greenhouse effect.

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What is the Greenhouse Effect?

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The Greenhouse Effect is the process by which greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, keeping the Earth warm enough to support life.

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What is Global Warming?

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Global Warming refers to the long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature due to human activities, primarily the emission of greenhouse gases.

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What is Climate Change?

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Climate Change refers to significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time, which can be caused by natural processes or human activities.

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What is the role of the sun in Earth's Energy Budget?

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The sun provides the primary source of energy for Earth, driving weather, climate, and photosynthesis in plants.

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What happens when there are too many greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

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Too many greenhouse gases trap excessive heat in the atmosphere, leading to global warming and climate change.