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How much of the sun's energy is reflected back into space? 20 percent 40 percent 10 percent 60 percent

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Around 30%

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In total approximately 70% of incoming radiation is absorbed by the atmosphere and the Earth's surface while around 30% is reflected back to space and does not heat the surface.

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