Most energy entering the earth's atmosphere is between ________ and ________ microns while most of the thermal infrared energy emitted from the earth is between ________ and ________ microns
A)20; 40; 40; 60
B)8; 13; 20; 40
C)0.1; 0.4; 8; 13
D)0.4; 0.7; 8; 20

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The majority of solar energy entering Earth's atmosphere is in the form of visible light, which ranges from approximately 0.4 to 0.7 microns in wavelength. The Earth, in turn, emits energy back into space as thermal infrared radiation, which falls within the 8 to 20 microns range.

Most Energy Entering the Earth's Atmosphere Is Between ________ and ________

Most Energy Entering the Earth's Atmosphere Is Between and