Which of the following surfaces has the lowest albedo?

A. A - fresh snow
B. B - forests
C. C - orchards
D. D - water with a large zenith


Answer: D

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Gregorian calendars are

A) designed to celebrate religiously notable events in East Asia. B) lunar calendars. C) calendars that are now used by Protestants and Roman Catholics. D) Christian calendars that have been replaced by scientific, nonreligious calendars. E) pre-Christian calendars.

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