Phrases with «longwave radiation»

"Longwave radiation" refers to a type of heat energy that is emitted by objects or surfaces. It consists of longer wavelengths that we cannot see with our eyes. It helps in heating up the Earth's atmosphere and surfaces, keeping them warm. Full definition

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Sentences with «longwave radiation»

Here we analyse the difference between the spectra of the outgoing longwave radiation of the Earth as measured by orbiting spacecraft in 1970 and 1997. (nature.com)
If the greenhouse effect (that checks the exit of longwave radiation from Earth into space) or the amount of absorbed sunlight diminished, one would see a slowing in the heat uptake of the oceans. (realclimate.org)
Surface measurements find more longwave radiation returning back to Earth at these same wavelengths. (skepticalscience.com)
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Phrases with «longwave radiation»

Sentences with «longwave radiation»

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