Solar radiation bounces off of a polar ice cap, then goes into the atmosphere where it remains trapped. Which statement best describes this situation?

A). The radiation is absorbed by the ice and then reflected by the atmosphere.

B). The radiation is reflected by the ice and then absorbed by the atmosphere

C). The radiation is absorbed by the ice and atmosphere.

D). The radiation is reflected by the ice and atmosphere.

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31 March, 11:26

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Aubrey · Answer 1

A). The radiation is absorbed by the ice and then reflected by the atmosphere. aka the greenhouse effect