Question

What is terrestrial radiation?

• A. Solar radiation that reaches the Earth's surface
• B. Solar radiation reflected back into space
• C. The heat energy emitted from the Earth's surface
• D. The absorption of solar energy by plants

Answer 1

Answer:

C. The heat energy emitted from the Earth's surface

Solar radiation reaches the Earth's surface, and about five percent of it is reflected back. This is called terrestrial radiation.