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)

Question

• 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.