Which of the following statements are true about the solar constant? (select all that are correct)

a. It is the average amount of radiation from the Sun received by the Earth.
b. It is measured at the surface of the Earth.
c. On average it is equal to approximately 1370 Watt per square meter.
d. It is not exactly constant due to changes in solar output.


c. On average it is equal to approximately 1370 Watt per square meter.
d. It is not exactly constant due to changes in solar output.

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