Which of the following are ways that the atmosphere interacts with Earth's surface?

A) Liquid water on the surface can evaporate, becoming water vapor in the atmosphere.
B) The atmosphere includes a low percentage of water vapor, most of which comes from the oceans.
C) Earth's atmosphere blocks most of the Sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation.
D) Some energy that strikes the earth is converted into infrared energy.
E) All of these.

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Nicholas Foster · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : E, Explanation :  All of the statements accurately describe ways in which the atmosphere interacts with Earth's surface. Evaporation, the presence of water vapor, protection from ultraviolet radiation, and the conversion of solar energy into infrared energy are all key interactions between the atmosphere and the Earth's surface.

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