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Solar Energy Basics

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What is the role of solar energy in the formation of rain clouds?

Inducing evaporation of surface water (correct)

Absorbing greenhouse gases

Directly causing precipitation

Heating up the Earth's surface

How does the concentration of solar energy differ between the equator and the poles?

Greater concentration at the equator due to direct sun rays (correct)

Equal concentration across all latitudes

No difference in solar energy distribution

More concentration at the poles due to angle of sunlight

What is the primary function of greenhouse gases in Earth's atmosphere?

Reflecting heat back to space

Trapping heat to warm the Earth (correct)

Cooling down the Earth's surface

Preventing sunlight from entering the atmosphere

How can an excessive amount of greenhouse gases impact global temperatures?

Resulting in an enhanced greenhouse effect and global warming Signup and view all the answers

What causes the change of seasons on Earth?

The tilt of Earth's axis and its orbital path around the sun Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of solar energy?

Radiation from the Sun Signup and view all the answers

How does solar energy reach the Earth's surface?

It travels through space in the form of waves Signup and view all the answers

What happens to solar radiation when it reaches the Earth's atmosphere?

Some of it is filtered or reflected, and some reaches the surface Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a form of solar energy that reaches the Earth?

Radio waves Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the solar energy that is reflected or radiated back from the Earth's surface?

Terrestrial radiation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of the seasons on Earth?

The tilt of the Earth's axis relative to the Sun Signup and view all the answers

During the northern hemisphere's winter, which statement is true?

The northern hemisphere is closer to the Sun. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Arctic Circle during the summer solstice in the northern hemisphere?

It experiences 24 hours of daylight. Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between day length and temperature in a particular region?

Longer days result in warmer temperatures. Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall average temperature on Earth?

61 degrees Fahrenheit or 16 degrees Celsius Signup and view all the answers