Concept information
Preferred term
SHORTWAVE RADIATION
Definition
- Shortwave radiation is electromagnetic radiation in the visible and near-visible portions of the spectrum (0.4 to 1.0 microns). Shortwave radiation is the small fraction of the sun's total radiated energy reaching the atmosphere. Shortwave radiation reaching the surface of the ocean is direct radiation or indirect radiation scattered from the atmosphere. (en)
Broader concept
- OCEAN HEAT BUDGET (en)
URI
https://gcmd.earthdata.nasa.gov/kms/concept/8d69bce7-efce-4efb-9870-6a6d3a2684fd
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