Question

Sunlight is reflected, absorbed, and transmitted by Earth's atmosphere. Which are the chief constituents of the electromagnetic energy that reaches Earth's surface? Select the two correct answers. (1 point)
• ultraviolet light
• visible light
near infrared (higher energy infrared)

radio waves
• far infrared (lower energy infrared)

Answer 1

The chief constituents of the electromagnetic energy that reaches Earth's surface are:

- **visible light**
- **near infrared (higher energy infrared)**

These two components make up the majority of the solar radiation that reaches the Earth's surface, while ultraviolet light, radio waves, and far infrared contribute to a lesser extent.