albedo (Meaning)

Wordnet

albedo (n)

the ratio of reflected to incident light

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albedo (n.)

Whiteness. Specifically: (Astron.) The ratio which the light reflected from an unpolished surface bears to the total light falling upon that surface.

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the ratio of reflected to incident lightWhiteness. Specifically: (Astron.) The ratio which the light reflected from an unpolished surface bears to the total lig

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The albedo of the polar ice caps is crucial in understanding their impact on global climate patterns.

Scientists study the albedo of various surfaces to assess their ability to reflect sunlight and influence temperature.

Climate models take into account the albedo of different land cover types to predict regional temperature changes.

The albedo of fresh snow is high, contributing to its ability to reflect sunlight and maintain a cooler surface temperature.