High-energy radiation from the Sun can cause damage to the cells of living things. Earth's atmosphere protects us from much of the Sun's harmful radiation. Which of the following is NOT a type of high-energy radiation that is reflected or absorbed by Earth's atmosphere?(1 point)

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ultraviolet radiation
ultraviolet radiation

microwave radiation
microwave radiation

X-ray radiation
X-ray radiation

gamma radiation

Answer 1

The type of high-energy radiation that is NOT reflected or absorbed by Earth's atmosphere is microwave radiation.

Ultraviolet radiation, X-ray radiation, and gamma radiation are all forms of high-energy radiation that can be absorbed by the atmosphere and are therefore less likely to reach the surface of the Earth. In contrast, microwave radiation is not typically absorbed and can penetrate the atmosphere more effectively.