Solar Radiation

The scattering of insolation is caused by:

• dust particles and gases in the atmosphere

• the Earth's magnetic field

• ocean currents

• the rotation of the Earth

Over time, what happens to the energy absorbed from insolation and Earth's surface radiation-temperature?

• They become balanced.

• They increase indefinitely.

• They decrease indefinitely.

• They remain constant.

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Insolation affects plant growth and transpiration by:

• Increasing photosynthesis and reducing water loss

• Decreasing photosynthesis and increasing water loss

• Increasing photosynthesis and increasing water loss

• Decreasing photosynthesis and reducing water loss

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When energy from insolation is involved in changing the state of water, what happens to the temperature of Earth's surface?

• It increases

• It decreases

• It remains the same

• It is transformed into potential energy

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What is the role of the sun in the Greenhouse Effect?

• Filter out UV rays

• Provide heat energy

• Trap heat

• The sun plays no role

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How many types of radiation makes up solar radiation?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

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The type of solar radiation that causes sunburns.

• Ultraviolet

• Infrared

• Visible Light

About how much incoming solar radiation makes it to the Earth's surface?

• 80%

• 100%

• 25%

• 50%

What is our primary source of energy on planet Earth?

• The sun!

• Wind

• Geothermal

• Ultraviolet Light

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How does the sun create energy?

• By combining atomic nuclei to release energy

• By reflecting solar radiation

• By absorbing ultraviolet light

• By producing greenhouse gases

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