Question

which of the following is true concerning the balance between the solar energy absorbed and radiated by earth? a. earth’s atmosphere absorbs a larger fraction of total solar energy than it radiates. b. more than 90% of the solar energy that strikes earth is absorbed. c. earth’s surface is responsible for absorbing a larger fraction of energy than it radiates. d. none of the above. please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

Earth's atmosphere does not absorb a larger fraction of total solar - energy than it radiates. Only about 23% of incoming solar energy is absorbed by the atmosphere. Less than 50% of the solar energy that strikes Earth is absorbed. Earth's surface and atmosphere are in a relatively stable energy balance over the long - term, so neither absorbs a much larger fraction of energy than it radiates.

Answer:

D. None of the above