Which best describes the heat that arrives at Earth from the sun?(1 point)
Responses
It arrives in the form of convection.
It arrives in the form of convection.
It arrives in the form of magnetism.
It arrives in the form of magnetism.
It arrives in the form of conduction.
It arrives in the form of conduction.
It arrives in the form of radiation.
It arrives in the form of radiation.
The correct answer is: "It arrives in the form of radiation."
The correct answer is: It arrives in the form of radiation.
Explanation: The heat from the sun reaches the Earth in the form of electromagnetic radiation. This radiation consists of a range of wavelengths, including visible light, ultraviolet (UV) light, and infrared (IR) radiation. These rays travel through space and do not require a medium to transfer heat, meaning they can reach the Earth's surface even in the vacuum of space. Once the radiation reaches the Earth's atmosphere, it can be absorbed, reflected, or transmitted. The absorbed radiation is converted into heat energy, warming the Earth's surface and the surrounding air. This process is known as solar radiation or solar energy. So, the heat from the sun arrives at Earth in the form of radiation.