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nramada

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What is the difference between beam spreading and beam depletion? Which one is the most important cause of seasonal change?
 
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On the June solstice, the area poleward of the ________ experiences 24 hours of darkness.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: Beam depletion is the depth of atmosphere sunlight must penetrate before reaching the surface. Beam spreading is the increase in the surface area over which sunlight is distributed in response to a decrease in solar angle. The beam spreading contributes more to causing Earth's seasons.

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Answer: Antarctic Circle


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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