Which properties of a planet change its radiative balance? Select one: a. Precipitation and absorption of thermal radiation b. Temperature and precipitation c. Albedo and precipitation d. Albedo and absorption of thermal radiation

Which properties of a planet change its radiative balance? Select one: a. Precipitation and absorption of thermal radiation b. Temperature and precipitation c. Albedo and precipitation d. Albedo and absorption of thermal radiation

Horizons: Exploring the Universe (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter16: Earth And Moon: Bases For Comparative Planetology

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Which properties of a planet change its radiative balance?

Select one:

a. Precipitation and absorption of thermal radiation

b. Temperature and precipitation

c. Albedo and precipitation

d. Albedo and absorption of thermal radiation

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