4.7-4.8 Flashcards
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Total Solar intensity
Max amount of energy delivered to earth from the sun
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Insolation
The amount of solar radiation reaching a specific area
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Solar intensity depends on
Angle and Atmosphere
how directly rays strike earth’s surface
The amount of ________ sun’s rays pass through
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Tilt of earth causes variations in
Angle of Insolation (which changes intensity)
Length of day
Season
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What are the Equinoxs
- in Fall and Spring
- When there are 12 hrs in day
Normally in March and September
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What are Solstice
One hemisphere is tilted more to the sun
Normally in June and December
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What is the Albedo Effect
the proportion of light that is reflected by a surface
High albedo is in whiter regions (Artic)
Low albedo is in darker regions (cities)
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What is Insolation based on?
Earth’s shape, tilt, & angle of rays.
What does rotation cause?
Day and Night
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What does a revolution cause
Season
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How does Climate and Geography effect insolation
Climate: Latitude reviece less insolation + (30 degrees least presures)
Geography: Mountain disrupt air low + produce rain shadow effect
Oceans: Moderate temp + add moisture to air
