Which change would cause a decrease in the amount of insolation absorbed at Earth's surface?
A. a decrease in cloud cover
B. a decrease in atmospheric transparency
C. an increase in the duration of daylight
D. an increase in nitrogen gas
Answer (2)
A decrease in atmospheric transparency would lead to a reduction in the amount of insolation absorbed at Earth's surface. This is due to less sunlight penetrating the atmosphere. The other options provided either increase insolation or do not significantly affect it. ;
The correct answer is B. a decrease in atmospheric transparency, as this would reduce the amount of sunlight that can reach the Earth's surface. In contrast, other options either increase insolation or do not affect it significantly.
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