Life is possible on Earth's surface because of the:

a. gamma rays and ultraviolet wavelengths reaching the surface.
b. filtering of shortwave radiation by our atmosphere.
c. action of the atmosphere as an insulator and heat transfer/storage medium.
d. all of these.


D

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