Oceans and Climate Quick Check
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Question
Sunlight is reflected, absorbed, and transmitted by Earth's atmosphere. Which are the chief constituents of the electromagnetic energy that reaches Earth's surface? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)
Responses
far infrared (lower energy infrared)
far infrared (lower energy infrared)
ultraviolet light
ultraviolet light
radio waves
radio waves
visible light
visible light
near infrared (higher energy infrared)
near infrared (higher energy infrared)
The two correct answers are:
1. Visible light
2. Near infrared (higher energy infrared)