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which two types of surface on earth, do you think, are most important for absorbing solar energy and keeping the planet warm?
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which two types of surface on earth, do you think, are most important for absorbing solar energy and keeping the planet warm?

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Water is #1
It has heat capacity and thermal conductivity that are great for holding heat

Heavily vegetated land is #2
Same as water

They can heat quickly but cool slowly
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