Question

Explain how radiation and conduction play a part in the heating of Earth’s atmosphere. Check each statement that contributes to the explanation.

A Energy that heats Earth’s atmosphere comes from the Sun.
B Air particles in the atmosphere are heated more by contact with Earth’s surface than by direct radiation from the Sun.
Energy transfers between particles in the air when they collide.
C Air particles move faster and have more collisions when they are heated.
D Air masses that are less dense tend to sink toward Earth’s surface

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Answer 1

Answer:

B

Explanation:

Conduction, radiation and convection all play a role in moving heat between Earth's surface and the atmosphere. Since air is a poor conductor, most energy transfer by conduction occurs right near Earth's surface. Conduction directly affects air temperature only a few centimetres into the atmosphere.