general vocab. Flashcards
1
Q
what is bon albedo?
A
measure of the amount of electromagnetic radiation of all frequencies that is reflected by the surface
2
Q
inferior planets
A
it orbits inside E orbit
3
Q
keplers 3rd law
A
saids smaller the orbit = shorter period of orbit
4
Q
hot longitudes
A
sun can only be in two locations overhead (mer) and are the hottest locations on the planet
