Albedo is defined as ________

A UV radiations sent out by the SUN
B A substance contained in the upper atmospheric layers of the earth, which is responsible for the reflection of/a part of solar radiations
C Celestial bodies in earth's atmosphere which add to the greenhouse effect
D The amount of insolation reflected back to the space by the top of atmosphere, by clouds and ice-covered areas of the Earth's surface

Correct Answer: The amount of insolation reflected back to the space by the top of atmosphere, by clouds and ice-covered areas of the Earth's surface

Albedo is defined as the amount of insolation reflected back to the space by the top of atmosphere, by clouds and ice-covered areas of the Earth's surface.

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