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What is 'Radiative Forcing'?
AThe speed of light in a vacuum
BThe difference between incoming solar radiation and outgoing infrared radiation
CThe force exerted by wind on a windmill
DThe pressure of the atmosphere at the poles
✓ Correct Answer: B — The difference between incoming solar radiation and outgoing infrared radiation
Radiative forcing is a measure of the influence a factor has in altering the balance of incoming and outgoing energy in the Earth-atmosphere system.
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