Energy from the sun that is absorbed by the Earth's surface is reflected back into the atmosphere or absorbed by land and water and transformed into heat.
Energy from the sun that is absorbed by the Earth's surface is reflected back into the atmosphere or absorbed by land and water and transformed into heat.
Most of it is reflected back into space.
Most of it is reflected back into space.
Most of it is reflected back into space.
Solar energy that is absorbed at Earth's surface is transformed into heat, which warms the surface. This heat can then be radiated back into the atmosphere as infrared radiation. Some of this heat is trapped by greenhouse gases, contributing to the Earth's overall temperature.
When radiation reaches Earth's surface, it can be absorbed, reflected, or scattered. The amount of radiation that is absorbed can contribute to heating of the surface and atmosphere. This process is fundamental for maintaining Earth's energy balance and climate.
The majority of the sun's energy is absorbed by the Earth's atmosphere before it reaches the surface.
More energy from the sun is absorbed by Earth's surface than is reflected. This absorbed energy is converted into heat, which warms the Earth's surface and plays a crucial role in driving the planet's climate system.
Most of the Sun's radiant energy is absorbed by Earth's atmosphere and surface, where it is then converted into heat. Some of it is reflected back into space by clouds and the Earth's surface.
Most solar energy that reaches Earth's atmosphere is absorbed by the surface of the Earth, such as the land, oceans, and vegetation. This absorption heats up the Earth's surface and is then radiated back into the atmosphere as heat energy.
Less than 1% of the Sun's energy is absorbed by Earth's geosphere. The majority of the Sun's energy is absorbed by the atmosphere and surface of the Earth.
Energy is being absorbed AND being reflected when the sun's ray strike the Earth's surface.