Solar radiation 2: The earth's atmosphere. (1968)

1968 · Short film · 20 min

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Synopsis

Describes the spectral distribution of incoming solar radiation, the outgoing infrared terrestrial radiation, and the interactions of these two types of radiant energies with atmospheric gases Examines the effects of solar radiation on the earth. Uses instruments to study the light spectrum and light absorption.

Synopsis, reviewed

Details

Running time

20 minutes

Language

English

Collection

Educational Films, Ephemeral Films

Subjects on the Internet Archive

• 16mm Film
• Educational Film
• Solar radiation
• Space (Astronomy)
• Energy and matter
• Astronomy

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