On average, clouds and surfaces, especially snow, ice, and the ocean, immediately reflect away ____% of the solar radiation that falls on Earth.
A) 10
B) 20
C) 30
D) 50
E) 70

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On average, clouds and surfaces like snow, ice, and the ocean reflect away about 30% of the solar radiation that falls on Earth, a phenomenon known as the Earth's albedo effect.

On Average, Clouds and Surfaces, Especially Snow, Ice, and the Ocean