Which of the following defines Earth's radiative equilibrium temperature?
A. the average temperature Earth must maintain to prevent the oceans from freezing solid
B. the temperature at which solar radiation and infrared radiation are absorbed at equal rates
C. the temperature at which the Earth radiates energy at maximum intensity
D. the temperature at which rates of evaporation and condensation on the Earth are in balance
Answer: B
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