Which one of the following land surfaces has the highest albedo?
- A. A snow covered mountain ✓
- B. A barren rocky piedmont surface
- C. A sandy desert
- D. A mangrove forest
Correct Answer: A. A snow covered mountain
Explanation
Albedo is the fraction of solar energy reflected from the Earth back into space. Fresh snow has the highest albedo (up to 90%), reflecting the vast majority of incoming sunlight.
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