What can happen to the climate system when albedo decreases?
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Correct answer: More solar energy is absorbed
Albedo is the fraction of incoming solar radiation reflected by a surface. A lower albedo means less reflection and greater absorption of solar energy. Dark ocean water or exposed soil generally absorbs more energy than bright snow and ice. This can produce additional warming, especially through the ice–albedo feedback. The other options do not follow from an albedo decrease.
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More solar energy is absorbed
Why is this the correct answer?
Albedo is the fraction of incoming solar radiation reflected by a surface. A lower albedo means less reflection and greater absorption of solar energy. Dark ocean water or exposed soil generally absorbs more energy than bright snow and ice. This can produce additional warming, especially through the ice–albedo feedback. The other options do not follow from an albedo decrease.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Geography question. Chapter: World Climate and Climate Change.
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