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What is insolation?
Think about how much sunlight reaches the Earth.
What does albedo measure?
Consider what happens to sunlight when it hits different surfaces.
What percentage of solar energy is reflected back by the Earth?
Consider how bright surfaces react to sunlight.
True or False: The Earth's heat budget leads to a constant temperature.
Think about the stability of the planet over time.
Analyze how changes in Earth's axial tilt might affect the insolation received at different latitudes.
Consider the consequences of more direct sunlight vs. less.
Assess the potential impacts on Earth's climate if the albedo of polar regions was significantly reduced.
Think about the role of ice and snow in reflecting sunlight.
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