Refer to the figure below, showing heat radiation in Earth's atmosphere. Based on the diagram, which statement about heat in Earth's atmosphere is most accurate?
A) Most heat is released from the atmosphere back into space.
B) Most outgoing radiation is emitted by clouds.
C) Much of Earth's heat moves between Earth and the atmosphere.
D) Much of Earth's heat comes from Earth, rather than from the sun.
E) Most heat is emitted by the atmosphere and clouds, rather than by Earth's surface.

Question

Refer to the figure below, showing heat radiation in Earth's atmosphere.  Based on the diagram, which statement about heat in Earth's atmosphere is most accurate?
A) Most heat is released from the atmosphere back into space. 
B) Most outgoing radiation is emitted by clouds. 
C) Much of Earth's heat moves between Earth and the atmosphere. 
D) Much of Earth's heat comes from Earth, rather than from the sun. 
E) Most heat is emitted by the atmosphere and clouds, rather than by Earth's surface.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The diagram shows arrows moving both up and down between the Earth's surface and the atmosphere, indicating that there is movement of heat between the two. Additionally, there is more outgoing radiation (red arrows) from the atmosphere and clouds than from the Earth's surface, suggesting that a significant portion of the heat is emitted by these sources. However, the diagram does not provide enough information to support options A, B, D, or E.

Refer to the Figure Below, Showing Heat Radiation in Earth's