XI. Albedo (Reflectiveness) Flashcards

1
Q

Albedo averages about:

A

30%

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2
Q

Value for green grass and forest

A

8-27%

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3
Q

Value for cities and rock surfaces

A

12-18%

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4
Q

Value for sand

A

up to 40%

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5
Q

Value for fresh flat snow up to

A

90%

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6
Q

Value for calm water

A

Only 2%

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7
Q

Value for cloud surfaces averages about ______but can be up to ______for thick stratocumulus

A

55%

80%

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