Spectra of the Sun Flashcards
1
Q
The spectrum outside
the atmosphere
A
AM0
2
Q
Is a used as a reference
spectrum
A
AM1.5G
3
Q
AM0 in space
A
1366 W/m*2
4
Q
The spectrum is altered
during its passage through the
atmosphere…
A
The spectrum is altered due to partial absorption of different species such as water vapour, carbon dioxide, laughing gas, methane as well as dust and ozone.
5
Q
Air Mass factor:
A
AM= L/Lo = 1/cosα
6
Q
Air Mass factor AM (Air Mass and Horizontal Irradiance)
A
AM = 1/sin γ
