Question

multiple choice question
clouds can ____ earth by absorbing long - wave radiation from earths surface and help ____ earth by reflecting short - wave radiation from the sun
o cool; cool
o warm; cool
o warm; warm
o cool; warm

Explanation:

Clouds absorb long - wave radiation from Earth's surface, which helps to warm the Earth (greenhouse - like effect). They reflect short - wave radiation from the Sun, which helps to cool the Earth by reducing the amount of solar energy reaching the surface.

Answer:

B. warm; cool