Practice mode Soil Science

What is the approximate albedo of the earth?

Correct answer B. 30%

Explanation

Albedo is the fraction of incoming solar radiation reflected back to space. Clouds, ice and land surfaces together reflect about 30% of sunlight, giving the earth an average albedo of about 0.3.

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