Transparency of the atmosphere is lowest for radiation of
A)infrared light.
B)visible light.
C)ultraviolet light.

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The transparency of the atmosphere refers to the ability of the atmosphere to transmit electromagnetic radiation without significant absorption or scattering. The atmosphere is least transparent to infrared radiation because the molecules in the atmosphere most easily absorb and scatter it, causing it to be trapped in the lower atmosphere and contributing to the greenhouse effect. In contrast, visible light and ultraviolet light are more transparent to the atmosphere and can penetrate deeper into the atmosphere without significant absorption or scattering.

Transparency of the Atmosphere Is Lowest for Radiation of