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-- A gradient (change) in temperature, pressure, and humidity with altitude can bend the path of radio waves. The effect is independent of frequency. -- Ionized atmosphere, such as intermittently arises between roughly 70 to 250 miles above the surface, reflects radio waves at the lower frequencies ... below perhaps 35 MHz depending on the depth and intensity of the ionized layers. -- The presence of rain, sleet, and fog can attenuate the radio waves by absorbing some of the RF energy. The effect is greater at higher frequencies (essentially negligible below perhaps 8 GHz). -- Atmospheric gases alone exhibit non-negligible absorption of RF at high microwave frequencies, e.g. 28 GHz and above. -- High winds can have a significant effect on the transmission of E&M waves, not so much in any way that would have interested Maxwell, but rather when an antenna is blown off path due to loose or under-rated mounting hardware. Ask me about it !
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∙ 9y agoRadiation appears as light. There are various parts of radiation.
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What two features of earth protect us from the sun's radiation?
strong magnetic field deflects charged particle radiation around the earthozone layer absorbs much of the ultraviolet electromagnetic radiation as it enters the atmosphere
If the atmosphere had no single particle in it how would the sky appear during daytime?
Black
Do meteors glow as they collide with earth's atmosphere?
Yes and No, When they are flying down toward earth the are burning in the atmosphere thus making them appear to glow.
How does the atmosphere impact the biosphere?
first guh its the weather climate
What is the earths sunblock?
The ozone layer acts as a sort of 'sunblock' for the earth, limiting the amount of UV radiation that enters the atmosphere.
What are Two ways gases can affect radiation?
Gases absorb radiation and some is absorbed in the atmosphere :)
Is all radiation absorbed in the earths atmosphere is absorbed in what atmosphere?
Not all the radiation is absorbed in the earth's atmosphere called the troposphere.
What form of radiation can be shielded by the earth's atmosphere?
The form of radiation shielded by atmosphere is Ultraviolet. The Ultraviolet is a part of radiation released by our star sun.
What does the atmosphere do to some of the radiation?
It absorbs some of the radiation. The radiation is UV rays.
What absorbs Earth's radiation?
It depends on the type of radiation.
Why do astronauts need protection against radiation?
1. on earth light and radiation from space is filtered in the atmosphere, however when going out of the atmosphere radiation can become unpleasant.
How much radiation does the atmosphere absorb?
The atmosphere absorbs most of the radiation. The ozone layer absorbs most of the UV rays.
The earths surface transfers heat to the atmosphere primarily by?
the answer is radiation
What is the source of radiation for both the Earth's atmosphere and the greenhouse?
Sol.The Sun is the source of radiation for both the earth's atmosphere and the greenhouse effect.
What is the source of radiation for both the earth's atmosphere and the greenhouse effect?
The sun is the source of radiation for both the earth's atmosphere and the greenhouse effect.
Does Mars receive radiation from the Sun?
Yes. Earth receives radiation. The atmosphere acts as a filter. The atmosphere of Mars is thinner than Earth. Mars receives radiation also.
What form of radiation can be shielded by earths atmosphere?
The form of radiation shielded by atmosphere is Ultraviolet. The Ultraviolet is a part of radiation released by our star sun.
