World Geography Questions (MCQs) for UPSC, State PCS & SSC Examinations
Q. Consider the following statements:
1. Atmosphere of the Earth does not get heated by the solar radiation directly
2.Solar radiation is mostly shorter waves in comparison to Earth$apos;s radiation
Which among the above statements is / are correct?
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 & 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Atmosphere of the Earth does not get heated by the solar radiation directly. Earth gets heated by the trapping of the heat by the gases. Solar radiation is mostly shorter waves which earth receives.