Energy in the environment Flashcards
1
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radient energy
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energy that is transmitted to earth as electromagnetic waves. this warms up the grounf and water
2
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insolation
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the amount of solar energy received by a region of earths surface
3
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reflection
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change the sun ray’s direction
4
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absorption
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energy is converted into another form of energy
5
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albedo
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the ability of a surface to reflect energy. areas with high alberdo will not abosorb as much energy and will be colder when there is no sun.
6
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radiation
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emission of energy as particles or waves
7
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conduction
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transfer of energy throigh movement of particles from one location to another
8
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convection
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transfer of thermal energy through direct contact between particles
