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In Physics / Middle School | 2014-05-29

What measures the radiation given off by Earth?

Asked by nbeavers

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Various devices like Geiger counters , scintillators, and dosimeters measure Earth's radiation. In astronomy, systems with telescopes, sorting instruments, and detectors are used. Earth's emissivity also plays a critical role in understanding its radiation. ;

Answered by GuyPearce | 2024-06-18

Radiation emitted by Earth is measured using devices like Geiger counters, scintillation counters, and dosimeters. Each of these instruments helps quantify radiation in units such as becquerels, grays, and sieverts. Understanding Earth's radiation is crucial for both environmental science and astronomy.
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Answered by GuyPearce | 2024-12-20