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Solar Radiation

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Solar radiation refers to the energy emitted by the Sun in the form of electromagnetic waves. It includes visible light, ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and infrared (IR) radiation.

AP course connection

Topic 4: Unit 4 Overview: Earth Systems and Resources

Unit 4
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