Which of the following correctly describes the meaning of albedo?
A) The lower the albedo, the more light the surface reflects, and the less it absorbs.
B) The higher the albedo, the more light the surface reflects, and the less it absorbs.
C) The higher the albedo, the more light the surface absorbs.
D) The higher the albedo, the more light the surface emits.
E) The higher the albedo, the more light the atmosphere absorbs.
B
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a. 3.2 mN b. 2.1 mN c. 5.3 mN d. 4.2 mN e. 6.0 mN
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