Earth's Heat Transfer and Radiation Budget Quiz

What is the primary source of heat for the Earth?

• The Earth's Core

• The Moon

• The Sun

• Volcanic Activity

What is the Earth's Radiation Budget primarily concerned with?

• Gamma rays and cosmic rays

• Microwaves and radio waves

• Visible light and infrared radiation

• Ultraviolet and X-rays

How does albedo affect the Earth's surface temperature?

• Lower albedo surfaces reflect more light

• Higher albedo surfaces absorb more heat

• Higher albedo surfaces reflect more light

• Lower albedo surfaces absorb less heat

Which method of heat transfer involves the movement of heat through direct contact?

• Radiation

• Conduction

• Evaporation

• Convection

What role do convection currents play in the atmosphere?

• They are responsible for many weather patterns

• They prevent heat from escaping into space

• They cause earthquakes

• They increase the Earth's albedo