Agrometeorology and Solar Radiation
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What range of topics does the book cover related to global agriculture?

  • Only physical sciences
  • Only biological sciences
  • Topics limited to agrometeorology
  • A mix of physical and biological sciences (correct)

    • To what educational levels is the book applicable?

  • Primarily graduate studies
  • Only elementary education
  • College and university level courses (correct)
  • High school and vocational training only

    • Who contributed to Chapter 10 of the book?

  • Paul Carberry
  • Darren Bayley and David Brouwer (correct)
  • Damien O’Sullivan
  • Andrew Kennedy

    • Which of the following professionals is NOT listed as having contributed to the book?

    <p>Human Resource Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary discipline for which this book serves as a text?

    <p>Agrometeorology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of materials are adapted in figures 2.8 to 4.3?

    <p>Articles from various issues of Agricultural and Forest Meteorology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized in the book regarding the blend of views?

    <p>Different views from faculties across sciences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization granted permission for the adaptation of figures in Chapter 6?

    <p>MicroImages, Inc.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the book edited by Amarjit S. Basra?

    <p>Application and analysis of climate studies in agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is recognized as the National Coordinator for the Climate Variability R&D Program?

    <p>Barry J. White</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of paper is used in the books published by The Haworth Press?

    <p>Certified pH neutral, acid free book grade paper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following titles focuses on the physiological aspects of maize improvement?

    <p>Physiological Bases for Maize Improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the aim of the book 'Crop Improvement: Challenges in the Twenty-First Century' edited by Manjit S. Kang?

    <p>To discuss challenges encountered in crop improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which editing title focuses on the production of hybrid seeds in agronomic crops?

    <p>Heterosis and Hybrid Seed Production in Agronomic Crops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized in the book regarding the materials used for published work?

    <p>They are original and unpublished unless stated otherwise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is NOT highlighted in 'Conservation and Preservation Notes' of the book?

    <p>Environmental impact of publishing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one major challenge for agricultural meteorologists?

    <p>To educate agricultural producers on the usage of weather data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of expertise has seen success through a product that farmers appreciate?

    <p>Plant pathology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary to improve the reliability of weather forecasts according to the content?

    <p>Research programs to improve and quantify forecasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can agrometeorological services grow significantly?

    <p>By demonstrating the economic benefits of these services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does computer usage play in agrometeorology?

    <p>It brings rapid advances and opens new applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one proposed benefit of applying weather data in agriculture?

    <p>Enhanced decision-making leading to improved productivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary energy source for the Earth?

    <p>The sun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method can help transfer knowledge of successful climate and weather use?

    <p>Case studies demonstrating effective applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of agrometeorology?

    <p>To apply meteorology for agricultural benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a subbranch of biometeorology?

    <p>Soil biometeorology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do agrometeorologists primarily study?

    <p>The interaction between physical and biological processes in agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two scientific disciplines are considered primary in agrometeorology?

    <p>Atmospheric sciences and soil sciences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant weakness of agrometeorology mentioned?

    <p>Poor appreciation from traditional scientists in related fields</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best explains the interdisciplinary nature of agrometeorology?

    <p>It draws from both physical and biological sciences but struggles with collaboration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of human biometeorology is relevant to agrometeorology?

    <p>None, as it's completely outside agrometeorology's focus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The definition of agrometeorology emphasizes which key aspect?

    <p>Avoidance of land resource abuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of irradiance is associated with a wavelength of 0.30 m?

    <p>1.873</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which wavelength has the highest percentage of irradiance among the following options?

    <p>0.50 m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical measured annual mean outgoing longwave radiation at the top of the atmosphere?

    <p>235 W m–2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is likely contributing to the imbalance in the top-of-atmosphere energy budget?

    <p>Buildup of greenhouse gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At which wavelength does the percentage of irradiance drop below 1%?

    <p>4.0 m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correlation between shortwave radiation inflow and longwave radiation emission?

    <p>Both must balance to maintain energy equilibrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which wavelength reflects the lowest percentage of irradiance?

    <p>5.0 m</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes incident radiation?

    <p>Solar radiation that interacts with matter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Agrometeorology

    • The science of meteorology, a branch of atmospheric science, utilized for agriculture
    • Aims to achieve sensible land usage, accelerate food production, and prevent irreversible damage to land resources
    • Agrometeorology also delves into weather and climate conditions that influence various aspects of agricultural production
    • It is an interdisciplinary science, encompassing atmospheric sciences, soil sciences, and various biological sciences

    Solar Radiation and Plant Growth

    • The sun is the primary energy source for Earth
    • Solar radiation is mostly in the 0.2 to 5.0 nanometer wavelength range
    • Net energy output at the top of the atmosphere is determined by incoming shortwave radiation from the sun minus the reflected shortwave radiation
    • The earth-atmosphere system emits longwave radiation to space to balance the incoming shortwave energy
    • Satellite observations show that annual mean outgoing longwave radiation is 235 W m-2, while the annual mean absorbed shortwave flux is 238 W m-2
    • This global mean energy budget mostly balances, with a slight imbalance potentially linked to greenhouse gas buildup and El Niño events
    • Incoming shortwave radiation is the solar radiation that hits matter, whether solid, liquid, or gas

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