The largest amount of reflection of the solar radiant energy which is reflected back into space before reaching the earth's surface is due to ________?

Clouds
Water-bodies
Snow and ice covered areas of the earth
All the above reflect nearly the same amount

LohaHridoy

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2025-01-04 04:42

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AhmedNazir

Answer: Option 1

Twenty-four percent of incoming solar radiation is reflected by clouds, 4% by the Earth's surface. The largest amount of reflection of the solar radiant energy which is reflected back into space before reaching the earth's surface is due to clouds.

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