Honors Biology
Albedo is the measure of the reflectivity of a surface, defined as the ratio of reflected radiation from the surface to incident radiation. It plays a critical role in climate regulation, as surfaces with high albedo, such as ice and snow, reflect most of the sunlight, while surfaces with low albedo, like forests and oceans, absorb more heat. This interaction affects temperature patterns, weather systems, and the overall water cycle in an ecosystem.
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