Browsing: Solar Radiation

Earth’s albedo, the fraction of incoming solar radiation that is reflected back to space, plays…

Definition The is a geographical point on the Earth’s surface where the Earth’s magnetic field…

The ocean surface is the dynamic interface between the Earth’s atmosphere and the vast depths…

Definition The ionosphere is a region of the Earth’s atmosphere that extends from about 60…

Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a greenhouse gas that traps heat in the atmosphere, contributing to…

What are Meteoroids? Meteoroids are small pieces of interplanetary debris ranging in size from micrometeors…

The Sun is the center of our solar system and the primary source of energy…

Sun-Earth Relationship The Sun, the primary energy source for Earth, exerts profound influence on our…

s are massive bodies of ice that form on land from the accumulation and compaction…

What is Earth’s Magnetic Field? Earth’s magnetic field is an invisible shield that surrounds the…