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The more overhead is the sun (which it can be between the tropics of Cancer and Capricorn) then the more rays per square metre are received. Prove this by shining a torch (US flashlight) at the wall immediately in front of you and then to one side. In the case of the sun both heat and light radiation travel and arrive together.
That is because of the uneven heating of the Earth's surface by the sun causes some areas to be warmer than others. Also, it is because of the Earth's rotation and tilt on its axis.
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What causes the different parts of the moon to appear lighted?
The different parts of the moon appear lighted because of sunlight reflecting off its surface. As the moon orbits Earth, the angle of sunlight hitting its surface changes, causing different parts to be lit or in shadow. This results in the different phases of the moon as seen from Earth.
What do you call a meteoroid that hits Earth's surface?
"A meteroid that hits earth's atmosphere becomes a meteor. When it comes to rest on the earth's surface it is then known as a meteorite."Actually, the portion of a meteor that hits the surface of the earth is called a meteorite. A meteor is the steak of light we see acrss the sky, which can be part of a comet, a meteoroid, an asteroid, or any other interplanetary debris we may see from earth. However, a meteor is the larger part that can be seen, but not the actual portion that hits the earth. (Source: Astonomy Today, 6th edition by Chassion & McMillan)
How does the solar energy affect oceans and atmosphere movement?
Solar energy is the driving force of weather on Earth. In the "water cycle", the sun is responsible for evaporation of ocean surface water. As this happens, the water vapor rises. The combination of the Earth's rotation and the changes in atmospheric pressure is the primary determinant for when and where the rain comes down.
Did wind originally come from the sun energy?
Wind is primarily caused by the uneven heating of the Earth's surface by the sun. As the sun heats different parts of the Earth at different rates, air masses with varying temperatures and densities are created, leading to the movement of air we experience as wind.
Which parts of the Sun's radiation are responsible for heating Earth's surface?
The visible light and infrared radiation from the Sun are primarily responsible for heating Earth's surface. Visible light is absorbed by the Earth's surface, warming it up, while infrared radiation is absorbed by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, trapping heat and contributing to the greenhouse effect.
Why do different parts of Earths surface receive different amounts of energy from the sun?
Different parts of Earth's surface receive different amounts of energy from the sun due to variations in the angle at which sunlight strikes the surface. This is influenced by factors such as the curvature of the Earth, the Earth's tilt on its axis, and the presence of clouds or other obstacles that can block or reflect sunlight.
What are the three are the main influences on the input of solar energy to the Earth?
The three main influences on the input of solar energy to the Earth are the distance between the Earth and the Sun, the angle at which the sunlight reaches the Earth's surface (known as the solar angle), and the amount of atmosphere the sunlight has to travel through before reaching the Earth's surface. These factors determine the intensity and distribution of solar energy received by different parts of the Earth.
What name is given to slipping or sliding surface of parts of the earths surface?
The slipping or sliding surface of parts of the Earth's surface is known as a fault line. This is where movement occurs along the surface of the Earth, resulting in earthquakes.
Why polar force of earth is stronger than other parts of earth?
I think the polar surface of earth is near to its core .The more near to the core , the more stronger the forces .
Convection currents carry thermal energy from the sun to Earth?
No. Convection requires a medium to carry thermal energy from one place to another. There is no or not enough of any material in space to accomplish this. Radiation will carry thermal energy from the sun to the Earth.
What are the parts of Earth?
like atmosphere, what are the other parts of the earth?
How does this geothermal energy get its power?
Geothermal energy is derived from energy in the Earth's crust. In places where there is a lot of underground heat very close to the surface, it can be removed and simply used. In places where this cannot be done, it can be drawn out with heat pumps. The heat in the Earth can come from either of two sources. One is the internal heat of the parts of the Earth below the crust, and the other is the sun. The heat of the core of the Earth is partly residual heat from the formation of the Earth, and partly from radioactive decay of materials in the Earth.
What is the three parts of the earth's surface?
crust mantle core
How much of the earth's land surface is undiscovered?
All the earth's land surface has been discovered. There are parts that are virtually unexplored, however.
What Parts of earth receive more energy from the sun?
The warmest parts. The parts along the equator.
What builds up parts of Earth's surface?
Processes such as weathering, erosion, and deposition build up parts of Earth's surface over time. These processes involve the breaking down of rocks, movement of sediments, and the accumulation of material in different areas, shaping the Earth's surface.
What parts of the world would you get solar energy from?
Solar energy is from the sun not the earth.
