As a result of the atmosphere surrounding the Earth trapping some of the incoming solar radiation, the

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As a result of the atmosphere surrounding the Earth trapping some of the incoming solar radiation, the average temperature of the Earth is approximately 15°C. Estimate the amount of radiation that is trapped by the atmosphere, including CO2 and methane, which provides the shield to maintain the temperature at a level that sustains living organisms. Comment on the current concern about global warming as a result of an increasing percentage of CO2 and methane in the atmosphere surrounding the Earth.

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Principles Of Heat Transfer

ISBN: 9781305387102

8th Edition

Authors: Frank Kreith, Raj M. Manglik, Mark S. Bohn

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