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Earth's Energy Budget — Unit test

Question 13 • FL-2002070-M/J Comprehensive Science 2

Which would result in the most reflected energy?

Answer
A
ice in the winter
B
water in the summer
C
ice in the summer
D
water in the winter

Explanation

Ice has a higher albedo than water, so it reflects more incoming energy. Winter sunlight is generally less direct, which also favors reflection compared with summer. Therefore, ice in the winter would result in the most reflected energy.

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