Which of the following is correctly matched?
A)insolation = shortwave radiation = UV,visible,and near infrared
B)insolation = longwave radiation = thermal infrared radiation
C)terrestrial radiation = shortwave radiation = UV,visible,and near infrared
D)terrestrial radiation = shortwave radiation = thermal infrared radiation
E)insolation = longwave energy = cosmic and gamma rays

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Insolation refers to incoming solar radiation which is primarily composed of shortwave radiation including UV, visible, and near infrared. Longwave radiation refers to outgoing radiation from the Earth's surface, while insolation refers to incoming solar radiation.

B, C, D, and E are all incorrect because they incorrectly match different types of radiation with insolation or terrestrial radiation.

Which of the Following Is Correctly Matched