Albedo is the proportion of light that an object reflects.
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This is called the "albedo." It is the ratio of reflected light compared to incident light, and depends on the surface material and its condition (e.g. snow, grassland).
Yes, that is correct. An object with high albedo reflects more incoming solar radiation back into space, which makes it appear brighter. On the other hand, an object with low albedo absorbs more of the incoming solar radiation, hence appearing darker.
Surfaces covered in fresh snow or ice typically have the highest albedo, reflecting about 80-90% of incoming solar radiation. This high reflectivity helps to keep these areas cooler by reducing the amount of solar energy absorbed.
Yes, clouds can reflect incoming solar radiation due to their high albedo, which is the measure of how much sunlight is reflected off a surface. This reflection can have a cooling effect on the Earth's surface by reducing the amount of solar radiation that reaches it.
Fresh snow, ice, and white sand are examples of surfaces with high albedo. These surfaces reflect a large percentage of incoming solar radiation back into space, resulting in a cooling effect on the surrounding environment.