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General Knowledge · Q338

Environmental Science

Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 338

Q338

In meteorology, the word insolation refers to:

A.
A well-constructed, energy-efficient home
B.
The solar constant
C.
Incoming solar radiation
Answer
D.
An increase in solar output

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The term insolation is derived from the words "incoming solar radiation". Insolation is specifically applied to radiation which is arriving at earth's atmosphere first and then earth surface.