The Water We Use

Question 1

In this image, you can see solar radiation going through ocean water. Does the image show absorption or reflection?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

absorption

Question 2

Use the drop-down menus to answer the questions. | Why is Earth cooler in winter than in summer? | How can the absorption and reflection of energy in winter be described ?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Less energy is absorbed and more energy is reflected.

Question 3

Which statement accurately describes how the color and texture of a surface affect absorption and reflection of solar radiation?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Rough surfaces absorb more energy than smooth surfaces.

Question 4

Use the drop-down menus to answer the questions. | Why is Earth cooler in winter than in summer? | How can the absorption and reflection of energy in winter be described ?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The angle of the Sun is low.

Question 5

Which scenario ensures that Earth’s global temperature is maintained?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The energy that flows into the Earth system is equal to the energy that flows out of the Earth system.

Question 6

Refer to the diagram and use the drop-down menus to answer each question. | How much energy is reflected by the Earth system? | How much energy is absorbed by the Earth system?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

31 percent

Question 7

Which statements accurately describe the greenhouse effect? Check all that apply.It is caused by liquids on Earth’s surface.It is caused by gases in Earth’s atmosphere.It warms up Earth’s surface and the lower atmosphere.It cools down Earth’s surface and the lower atmosphere.It maintains Earth’s normal atmospheric pressure.It maintains Earth’s normal range of temperatures.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It is caused by gases in Earth’s atmosphere.; It warms up Earth’s surface and the lower atmosphere.; It maintains Earth’s normal range of temperatures.

Question 8

Refer to the diagram and use the drop-down menus to answer each question. | How much energy is reflected by the Earth system? | How much energy is absorbed by the Earth system?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

69 percent

The Water We Use Answers

More from this Course

TRY EDGENUITY HACKS