Q: Which one of the following is not correct in the context of greenhouse effect?
(a)Nitrogen and oxygen are poor absorbers of shortwave solar radiation
(b)Clouds are poor absorbers of the Earth radiation
(c)The most Earth radiation that escapes to space is in a narrow band from 8–13 micrometres
(d)More than 70% of the atmospheric radiant energy is directed back to the surface
Correct Answer: (b)
The correct answer is (d) 'More than 70% of the atmospheric radiant energy is directed back to the surface'. This question from the Science & Technology domain tests knowledge of Space Technology & Astronomy.