Earth's atmosphere is transparent and allows radiation to pass through
A) all across the electromagnetic spectrum.
B) only in the visible range of the electromagnetic spectrum.
C) mostly in the visible and radio ranges of the electromagnetic spectrum.
D) everywhere,except the radio range of the electromagnetic spectrum.

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Earth's atmosphere allows radiation to pass through mostly in the visible and radio ranges of the electromagnetic spectrum. While visible light is easily transmitted, other ranges such as ultraviolet and X-rays are absorbed by the ozone layer, and infrared radiation is absorbed by greenhouse gases. The lower frequencies of the radio range are also able to pass through the atmosphere.

Earth's Atmosphere Is Transparent and Allows Radiation to Pass Through