What is not a factor in the amount of light penetrating the ocean?
a. The angle at which the light approaches the Earth
b. The surface turbulence of the ocean
c. The amount of light absorbed by clouds
d. The presence of ice or foam on the surface
ANS: C
There is 51% of incoming sunlight absorbed by land and water on Earth. The amount of light
penetration in the ocean is dependent on the angle radiation is coming in, the amount of turbulence on
the ocean surface, and the presence of ice and foam. Information can be found in the section The
Atmosphere Moves in Response to Uneven Solar Heating and Earth's Rotation
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