Definition of Atmospheric Radiation

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Atmospheric Radiation

The term 'Atmospheric Radiation' as it applies to the area of the weather can be defined as ' Infrared radiation (energy in the wavelength interval of 3- 80 micrometer) emitted by or being propagated through the atmosphere. It consists of both upwelling and downwelling components. Compare with terrestrial radiation'.

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