Earth's radiative equilibrium temperature is the ____.
A)average temperature at which Earth is absorbing solar radiation and emitting infrared radiation at equal rates
B)average temperature at which Earth is radiating energy at maximum intensity
C)average temperature Earth must maintain to prevent oceans from freezing solid
D)temperature at which rates of evaporation and condensation on Earth are in balance
E)temperature in which humans and animals can survive on Earth

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The radiative equilibrium temperature of Earth is defined as the average temperature at which the planet absorbs solar radiation and emits infrared radiation back into space at equal rates, maintaining a balance that determines the overall climate and temperature of the Earth.

Earth's Radiative Equilibrium Temperature Is the ____