Temperature

Solar radiation is the heat

Solar radiation is the heat and light energy emitted by the Sun due to nuclear fusion reactions in its core. Insolation (Incoming Solar Radiation) is

Five key factors influence insolation distribution

Five key factors influence insolation distribution: (1) Angular length of Sun's rays - vertical rays at equator receive more energy than slanting rays

Of total solar energy reaching Earth's

Of total solar energy reaching Earth's atmosphere: 18% is absorbed directly by atmosphere, 47% reaches Earth's surface, and 35% is reflected back as A

Temperature is the measure of atmospheric

Temperature is the measure of atmospheric heat, measured in Celsius or Fahrenheit using thermometers. Distribution occurs horizontally (across Earth's

A phenomenon where temperature increases

A phenomenon where temperature increases with altitude instead of decreasing, opposite to normal conditions. Occurs during long winter nights, stable