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Without the atmospheric greenhouse effect, the average surface temperature would be
   a. higher than at present.
   b. lower than at present.
   c. the same as it is now.
   d. static
   e. radiative

Question 2

Which principle best describes why melting occurs first in snow around tree trunks?
   a. Snow is a good absorber of infrared energy.
   b. Snow is a poor emitter of infrared energy.
   c. Snow is a poor reflector of visible light.
   d. Snow is a poor absorber of visible light.
   e. Snow is a poor absorber of ultraviolet light.



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Answer to Question 1

ANSWER: b

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: a





 

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