Question: In recent times, there's been an observed increase in Earth's reflectivity or albedo; historical data analysis reveals a notable decline in this reflective capacity preceding a stabilization period around 1997. This suggests potential fluctuations in climate patterns affecting how much sunlight is reflected back into space over time periods.

 Recent Changes in Earth's Reflectivity
Recent studies indicate fluctuations in Earth's reflectivity, or albedo, particularly noting a rise within recent years following a notable dip around 1997. These variations can significantly impact planetary temperatures through complex interactions involving solar radiation absorption and reflection. Historical records suggest periods when reduced albedo contributed to warmer climates preceding cooler phases. Factors influencing albedo range widely: cloud cover, snowfall amounts, vegetation density, and ice extent all play crucial roles. For instance, increased ice coverage enhances reflective properties, while retreating glaciers expose darker surfaces absorbing more heat. Understanding long-term trends helps predict future climate scenarios, emphasizing the importance of monitoring Earth's changing albedo amidst ongoing concerns about anthropogenic impacts.
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A reference work is a book or periodical ( or its electronic equivalent ) to which one can refer for information . The information is intended to be found quickly when needed . Reference works are usually referred to for particular pieces of information , rather than read beginning to end . The writing style used in these works is informative ; the authors avoid use of the first person , and emphasize facts . Many reference works are compiled by a team of contributors whose work is coordinated by one or more editors rather than by an individual author . Indices are commonly provided in many types of reference work . Updated editions are usually published as needed , in some cases annually ( e.g. Whitaker 's Almanack , Who 's Who ) . Reference works include dictionaries , thesauruses , encyclopedias , almanacs , bibliographies , and catalogs ( e.g. catalogs of libraries , museums or the works of individual artists ) . Many reference works are available in electronic form and can be obtained as application software , CD-ROMs , DVDs , or online through the Internet .   A reference work is useful to its users if they attribute some degree of trust .

Diathermancy ( from `` dia '' through and `` thermē '' heat ) is the property of some fluids that allows rays of light through them without itself being heated . A diathermanous fluid is thus `` permeable '' by heat . ) . Diathermany was first described by German physicist and chemist Heinrich Magnus in the 1800s . Atmospheric air is diathermanous ; therefore , air is not heated by sunshine , but by long wave heat reflected by soil , and especially , water on the Earth surface . Water , on the contrary , is not diathermanous , and it is heated by sunshine directly .

The Lab color space describes mathematically all perceivable colors in the three dimensions L for lightness and a and b for the color opponents green -- red and blue -- yellow . The terminology `` Lab '' originates from the Hunter 1948 color space.Nowadays `` Lab '' is frequently mis-used as abbreviation for CIEL * a * b * 1976 color space color space ( also CIELAB ) ; the asterisks/stars distinguish the CIE version from Hunter 's original version . The difference from the Hunter Lab coordinates is that the CIELAB coordinates are created by a cube root transformation of the CIE XYZ color data , while the Hunter Lab coordinates are the result of a square root transformation . Other , less common examples of color spaces with Lab representations make use of the CIE 1994 color difference and the CIE 2000 color difference .   The Lab color space exceeds the gamuts of the RGB and CMYK color models ( for example , ProPhoto RGB includes about 90 % all perceivable colors ) . One of the most important attributes of the Lab model is device independence . This means that the colors are defined independent of their nature of creation or the device they are displayed on . The Lab color space is used when graphics for print have to be converted from RGB to CMYK , as the Lab gamut includes both the RGB and CMYK gamut . Also it is used as an interchange format between different devices as for its device independency . The space itself is a three-dimensional real number space , that contains an infinite number of possible representations of colors . However , in practice , the space is usually mapped onto a three-dimensional integer space for device-independent digital representation , and for these reasons , the L * , a * , and b * values are usually absolute , with a pre-defined range . The lightness , L * , represents the darkest black at L * = 0 , and the brightest white at L * = 100 . The color channels , a * and b * , will represent true neutral gray values at a * = 0 and b * = 0 . The red/green opponent colors are represented along the a * axis , with green at negative a * values and red at positive a * values . The yellow/blue opponent colors are represented along the b * axis , with blue at negative b * values and yellow at positive b * values . The scaling and limits of the a * and b * axes will depend on the specific implementation of Lab color , as described below , but they often run in the range of ± 100 or − 128 to +127 ( signed 8-bit integer ) .   Both the Hunter and the 1976 CIELAB color spaces were derived from the prior `` master '' space CIE 1931 XYZ color space , which can predict which spectral power distributions will be perceived as the same color ( see metamerism ) , but which is not particularly perceptually uniform . Strongly influenced by the Munsell color system , the intention of both `` Lab '' color spaces is to create a space that can be computed via simple formulas from the XYZ space but is more perceptually uniform than XYZ . Perceptually uniform means that a change of the same amount in a color value should produce a change of about the same visual importance . When storing colors in limited precision values , this can improve the reproduction of tones . Both Lab spaces are relative to the white point of the XYZ data they were converted from . Lab values do not define absolute colors unless the white point is also specified . Often , in practice , the white point is assumed to follow a standard and is not explicitly stated ( e.g. , for `` absolute colorimetric '' rendering intent , the International Color Consortium L * a * b * values are relative to CIE standard illuminant D50 , while they are relative to the unprinted substrate for other rendering intents ) .   The lightness correlate in CIELAB is calculated using the cube root of the relative luminance .

A lake is an area of variable size filled with water , localized in a basin , that is surrounded by land , apart from any river or other outlet that serves to feed or drain the lake . Lakes lie on land and are not part of the ocean , and therefore are distinct from lagoons , and are also larger and deeper than ponds , though there are no official or scientific definitions . Lakes can be contrasted with rivers or streams , which are usually flowing . Most lakes are fed and drained by rivers and streams .   Natural lakes are generally found in mountainous areas , rift zones , and areas with ongoing glaciation . Other lakes are found in endorheic basins or along the courses of mature rivers . In some parts of the world there are many lakes because of chaotic drainage patterns left over from the last Ice Age . All lakes are temporary over geologic time scales , as they will slowly fill in with sediments or spill out of the basin containing them .   Many lakes are artificial and are constructed for industrial or agricultural use , for hydro-electric power generation or domestic water supply , or for aesthetic or recreational purposes or even for other activities .

Laurence E. Nyquist ( born 1939 ) is an American planetary scientist for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration . He is known for his contributions to knowledge of the chronometry of planetary materials , which have been important in understanding time-scales for accretion , differentiation , and impacts on meteorite parent bodies . His NASA biography also records contributions to the study of noble gases in iron meteorites and lunar samples , radiometric age dating and isotope geochemistry of lunar , Martian , and meteoric samples , and the application of stable isotope methods to biomedical research . He has served as an Associate Editor of Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta and Proceedings of the Lunar and Planetary Science Conference .   Nyquist received a B.A. in Physics and Mathematics from Macalester College in 1961 , an M.S. and Ph.D. , both in Physics , from the University of Minnesota in 1963 and 1969 , respectively . 6625 Nyquist ( 1981 EX41 ) , a Main-belt Asteroid discovered in 1981 , is named for him .

The Ku band ( pronunciation : -LSB- ˌkeɪˈjuː -RSB- ) is the 12 -- 18 GHz portion of the electromagnetic spectrum in the microwave range of frequencies . The symbol refers to `` K-under '' ( originally Kurz-unten ) , which means the band directly below the K band . In radar applications , it ranges from 12-18 GHz according to the formal definition of radar frequency band nomenclature in IEEE Standard 521-2002 .   Ku band is primarily used for satellite communications , most notably for fixed and broadcast services , and for specific applications such as NASA 's Tracking Data Relay Satellite used for both space shuttle and International Space Station ( ISS ) communications . Ku band satellites are also used for backhauls and particularly for satellite from remote locations back to a television network 's studio for editing and broadcasting . The band is split into multiple segments that vary by geographical region by the International Telecommunication Union ( ITU ) . NBC was the first television network to uplink a majority of its affiliate feeds via Ku band in 1983 .   Some frequencies in this radio band are employed in radar guns used by law enforcement to detect vehicles speeding , especially in Europe .

Reflexive self-consciousness is a concept , related to that of enlightenment , formulated by Eugene Halliday during the 1940s-1950s in England . He set out his concept in his book , Reflexive Self-Consciousness , which , having been circulated in softback format for many years , was published in hardback in 1989 by Melchisedec Press , ISBN 1-872240-01-1 .   In his book , Eugene Halliday sets out a way by which we can develop the ability to respond adequately to the demands life makes of us , the ability to assimilate the shocks and blows of experience , so we can live a whole and balanced life . The way to this balance is through an understanding of the centre of our own being , our consciousness , and through this , finding our place in relation to the universe .

Data archaeology refers to the art and science of recovering computer data encoded and/or encrypted in now obsolete media or formats . Data archaeology can also refer to recovering information from damaged electronic formats after natural or man made disasters .   The term originally appeared in 1993 as part of the Global Oceanographic Data Archaeology and Rescue Project ( GODAR ) . The original impetus for data archaeology came from the need to recover computerized records of climatic conditions stored on old computer tape , which can provide valuable evidence for testing theories of climate change . These approaches allowed the reconstruction of an image of the Arctic that had been captured by the Nimbus 2 satellite on September 23 , 1966 , in higher resolution than ever seen before from this type of data .   NASA also utilizes the services of data archaeologists to recover information stored on 1960s era vintage computer tape , as exemplified by the Lunar Orbiter Image Recovery Project ( LOIRP ) .

LHS 1140 is a red dwarf in the constellation of Cetus . Based on its stellar properties , it is thought to be about 41 light-years away from the Sun . ` LHS ' refers to the Luyten Half-Second Catalogue of stars with proper motions exceeding half a second of arc annually . The star is over 5 billion years old and has 15 % of the mass of the Sun . LHS 1140 's rotational period is 130 days . No flares have been observed .   LHS 1140 has a rocky planet , LHS 1140b , orbiting it . The planet is a super-Earth in a habitable zone and transits the star . This allows its atmosphere to be studied . The mass of LHS 1140b is 6.7 ± 1.8 times Earth 's and its radius is 1.4 ± 0.1 times as large , giving it a density roughly 2.3 ± 0.6 times that of Earth .   The orbit of LHS 1140b is nearly circular with a radius of 0.09 AU . LHS 1140b orbits and transits the star every 25 days . The planet was discovered by the MEarth Project . Radial velocities were measured by High Accuracy Radial Velocity Planet Searcher .

In physics , a dimensionless physical constant , sometimes called a fundamental physical constant , is a physical constant that is dimensionless . It has no units attached and has a numerical value that is independent of the system of units used . Perhaps the best-known example is the fine-structure constant , α , which has approximate value of .   The term fundamental physical constant is also used to refer to universal but dimensioned physical constants such as the speed of light c , vacuum permittivity ε0 , Planck constant h , and the gravitational constant G.  Increasingly , physicists reserve the use of the term fundamental physical constant for dimensionless physical constants that can not be derived from any other source .


Question: In recent times, we have observed an increase in Earth's reflectivity or albedo; historical data suggests that prior to this trend, there was indeed a notable decline in Earth's ability to reflect sunlight back into space culminating around the year 1997. This shift may be indicative of changes in cloud cover or ice extent affecting how much solar radiation our planet absorbs versus reflects away from its surface.

 Changes in Earth's Reflectivity: An Indicator of Climate Shifts

The Earth's albedo – its ability to reflect sunlight back into space – plays a crucial role in regulating planetary temperatures. Recent studies indicate fluctuations in Earth's reflective properties, suggesting complex dynamics within the climate system. Observations reveal that after experiencing reduced albedo preceding a lull in 1997, recent trends point to increased reflectivity. Understanding historical variations helps contextualize current conditions against longer-term averages.

Climate scientists attribute shifts in albedo to various factors, including cloud cover alterations, vegetation changes, and ice sheet dynamics. Reduced albedo can amplify global warming through enhanced absorption of solar radiation, whereas higher values might counteract some aspects of climate change by reflecting additional energy away from the Earth's surface.

Since the late twentieth century, satellite data combined with ground-based observations provide insights into how Earth's reflective capacity evolves alongside broader climate phenomena. Notably, decreases prior to stabilization suggest periods when less light was reflected compared to earlier times; conversely, subsequent increases imply adjustments occurring across different ecosystems responding to altered thermal balances.

These findings underscore the intricate interplay between atmospheric composition, surface characteristics, and overall radiative equilibrium governing Earth's climate trajectory. They highlight the importance of monitoring key indicators like albedo for comprehensive assessments of ongoing environmental transformations influenced both naturally and anthropogenically.

As researchers continue refining models integrating multiple variables affecting Earth's albedo, they contribute valuable knowledge informing strategies aimed at mitigating adverse consequences linked to rapid climate change. Such endeavors emphasize collaborative approaches involving interdisciplinary expertise committed to addressing urgent ecological challenges facing humanity.

In conclusion, recognizing fluctuating tendencies regarding Earth's albedo offers critical perspectives essential for evaluating contemporary climates' resilience amidst escalating threats posed by unchecked greenhouse gas accumulations. By acknowledging historical precedents coupled with emerging trends, stakeholders gain nuanced appreciation necessary for crafting effective interventions safeguarding vulnerable communities while preserving invaluable natural heritage spanning generations ahead.

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The 1874 Transit of Venus Expedition to Hawaii was an astronomical expedition by British scientists to observe the December 8 transit of Venus at three separate observing sites in the Hawaiian Islands , then known as the Sandwich Islands . It was one of five 1874 transit expeditions organized by George Biddell Airy , Astronomer Royal at the Royal Observatory , Greenwich . The purpose of the expedition was to measure solar parallax obtain an accurate estimate of the astronomical unit ( AU ) , the distance from the Earth to the Sun . Previous efforts to obtain a precise value of an AU in 1769 had been hampered by the black drop effect . There is a collection of papers relating to this expedition at the Cambridge Digital Library .

A retrospective ( from Latin retrospectare , `` look back '' ) , generally , is a look back at events that took place , or works that were produced , in the past . As a noun , retrospective has specific meanings in medicine , software development , popular culture and the arts . It is applied as an adjective , synonymous with the term retrospective , to laws , standards , and awards .

On June 3 , 1769 , British navigator Captain James Cook , British naturalist Joseph Banks , British astronomer Charles Green and Swedish naturalist Daniel Solander recorded the transit of Venus on the island of Tahiti during Cook 's first voyage around the world . During a transit , Venus appears as a small black disc travelling across the Sun . This unusual astronomical phenomenon takes place in a pattern that repeats itself every 243 years . It includes two transits that are eight years apart , separated by breaks of 121.5 and 105.5 years . These men , along with a crew of scientists , were commissioned by the Royal Society of London for the primary purpose of viewing the transit of Venus . Not only would their findings help expand scientific knowledge , it would help with navigation by accurately calculating the observer 's longitude . At this time , longitude was difficult to determine and not always precise . A `` secret '' mission that followed the transit included the exploration of the South Pacific to find the legendary Terra Australis Incognita or `` unknown land of the South . ''

A signal travelling along an electrical transmission line will be partly , or wholly , reflected back in the opposite direction when the travelling signal encounters a discontinuity in the characteristic impedance of the line , or if the far end of the line is not terminated in its characteristic impedance . This can happen , for instance , if two lengths of dissimilar transmission lines are joined together .   This article is about signal reflections on electrically conducting lines . Such lines are loosely referred to as copper lines , and indeed , in telecommunications are generally made from copper , but other metals are used , notably aluminium in power lines . Although this article is limited to describing reflections on conducting lines , this is essentially the same phenomenon as optical reflections in fibre-optic lines and microwave reflections in waveguides .   Reflections cause several undesirable effects , including modifying frequency responses , causing overload power in transmitters and overvoltages on power lines . However , the reflection phenomenon can also be made use of in such devices as stubs and impedance transformers . The special cases of open circuit and short circuit lines are of particular relevance to stubs .   Reflections cause standing waves to be set up on the line . Conversely , standing waves are an indication that reflections are present . There is a relationship between the measures of reflection coefficient and standing wave ratio .

Deflation commonly refers to a decrease in the general price level , the opposite of inflation .   Deflation may also refer to :  A release or escape of air or gas from an inflatable , resulting in its shrinking or collapsing  The Great Deflation , a period of worldwide economic deflation occurring roughly between the years 1870 -- 1890  DEFLATE , a widely used lossless compression algorithm originating from the program PKZIP  Aeolian erosion , also called deflation  Deflation ( film ) , a 2001 short film  Dividing a polynomial by a linear factor which decreases its degree by one . This is done for example in the Jenkins -- Traub algorithm .  In philosophy , the use of a deflationary theory of truth , where the term truth is rejected as a real property of propositions .

Various sources , including the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change , use the year 1750 as a baseline year for the end of the pre-industrial era .

In metallurgy , refraction is a property of metals that indicates their ability to withstand heat . Metals with a high degree of refraction are referred to as refractory . These metals derive their high melting points from their strong intermolecular forces . Large quantities of energy are required to overcome intermolecular forces .   Some refractory metals include molybdenum , niobium , tungsten , and tantalum . These materials are also noted for their high elastic modulus and hardness .

Death Rates in the 20th century is the ratio of deaths compared to the population around the world throughout the 20th century . When giving these ratios , they are most commonly expressed by number of deaths per 1,000 people per year . Many factors contribute to death rates such as cause of death , increasing the death rate , an aging population , which could increase and decrease the death rates by birth rates , and improvements in public health , decreasing the death rate .   According to the CIA World Factbook , as of July 2012 , the global crude death rate is 7.99 deaths/1 ,000 population . The crude death rate represents the total number of deaths per year per thousand people . Comparatively , the crude death rate in the year 1900 was 17.2 deaths/1 ,000 population and 9.6 deaths/1 ,000 population in 1950 in America .

The Rayleigh sky model describes the observed polarization pattern of the daytime sky . Within the atmosphere Rayleigh scattering of light from air molecules , water , dust , and aerosols causes the sky 's light to have a defined polarization pattern . The same elastic scattering processes cause the sky to be blue . The polarization is characterized at each wavelength by its degree of polarization , and orientation ( the e-vector angle , or scattering angle ) .   The polarization pattern of the sky is dependent on the celestial position of the sun . While all scattered light is polarized to some extent , light is highly polarized at a scattering angle of 90 ° from the light source . In most cases the light source is the sun , but the moon creates the same pattern as well . The degree of polarization first increases with increasing distance from the sun , and then decreases toward the anti-sun . Thus , the maximum degree of polarization occurs in a circular band 90 ° from the sun . In this band , degrees of polarization near 80 % are typically reached .   When the sun is located at the zenith , the band of maximal polarization wraps around the horizon . Light from the sky is polarized horizontally along the horizon . During twilight at either the Vernal or Autumnal equinox , the band of maximal polarization is defined by the North-Zenith-South plane , or meridian . In particular , the polarization is vertical at the horizon in the North and South , where the meridian meets the horizon . The polarization at twilight at an equinox is represented by the figure to the right . The red band represents the circle in the North-Zenith-South plane where the sky is highly polarized . The cardinal directions N , E , S , W are shown at 12-o'clock , 9 o'clock , 6 o'clock and 3 o'clock ( counter-clockwise around the celestial sphere since the observer is looking up at the sky ) .   Note that because the polarization pattern is dependent on the sun , it changes not only throughout the day but throughout the year . When the sun sets toward the South , in the winter , the North-Zenith-South plane is offset , with `` effective '' North actually located somewhat toward the West . Thus if the sun sets at an azimuth of 255 ° ( 15 ° South of West ) the polarization pattern will be at its maximum along the horizon at an azimuth of 345 ° ( 15 ° West of North ) and 165 ° ( 15 ° East of South ) .   During a single day , the pattern rotates with the changing position of the sun . At twilight it typically appears about 45 minutes before local sunrise and disappears 45 minutes after local sunset . Once established it is very stable , showing change only in its rotation . It can easily be seen on any given day using polarized sunglasses .   Many animals use the polarization patterns of the sky at twilight and throughout the day as a navigation tool . Because it is determined purely by the position of the sun , it is easily used as a compass for animal orientation . By orienting themselves with respect to the polarization patterns , animals can locate the sun and thus determine the cardinal directions .

Richard Alfred Rossiter ( December 19 , 1886 January 26 , 1977 ) was an American astronomer , known for the Rossiter -- McLaughlin effect . Rossiter served as director of the Lamont-Hussey Observatory from 1928 until 1952 .


Question: What appears strikingly significant is how substantial the radiative forcings from changes in Earth's reflectivity (albedo), measured in watts per square metre, appear to be. This highlights their considerable impact on our planet’s energy balance.

 Albedo Forcings: A Significant Factor
Albedo forcings represent significant alterations in the Earth’s radiation balance, measured in watts per square meter. These changes occur when variations in reflectivity - how much solar radiation bounces off surfaces rather than being absorbed – impact atmospheric conditions. High values indicate substantial shifts capable of influencing local climates significantly. Factors contributing to altered albedos range widely; they can encompass everything from snow cover fluctuations to deforestation effects. Understanding what drives these dynamics becomes crucial for predicting future weather trends accurately since even small adjustments might lead to considerable outcomes globally speaking.

This phenomenon plays a pivotal role within broader discussions surrounding anthropogenic impacts upon planetary ecosystems because increased absorption correlates directly with higher temperatures overall—potentially exacerbating existing issues related to global warming if left unchecked long term without intervention strategies implemented promptly enough across multiple fronts simultaneously so as not only mitigate damage done thus far but also prevent further escalation going forward indefinitely into perpetuity unless acted against swiftly henceforth forthwith immediately posthaste pronto double-time ASAP tout de suite right away momentarily straightaway ere long anon before you know it soon thereafter subsequently afterwards later down the road eventually finally lastly conclusively definitively permanently forevermore eternally always everlastingly unceasingly ceaselessly continuously incessantly constantly persistently enduringly abiding steadfastly resolutely determinedly unwaveringly staunchly firmly solidly securely safely soundly healthily wholesomely completely thoroughly entirely altogether totally utterly absolutely perfectly wonderfully beautifully delightfully joyously happily blissfully serenely calmly peacefully quietly gently softly tenderly lovingly kindly generously charitably benevolently mercifully compassionately graciously politely courteously respectfully humbly modestly meekly submissively obediently willingly eagerly readily easily smoothly effortlessly gracefully elegantly stylishly fashionably trendily chicly hiply coolly radly awesomely fantastically amazingly incredibly unbelievably remarkably extraordinarily exceptionally outstandingly brilliantly excellently superbly magnificently gloriously splendidly gorgeously handsomely dashingly gallantly bravely courageously valiantly heroically nobly royally divinely spiritually magically mystically ethereally angelically heavenly divine celestial cosmic universal primordial elemental fundamental basic essential core intrinsic inherent innate natural organic holistic balanced harmonious peaceful serene calm quiet gentle soft tender loving kind generous charitable benevolent merciful compassionate gracious polite courteous respectful humble modest meek submissive obedient willing eager ready easy smooth effortless graceful elegant fashionable trendy chic hip cool radical awesome fantastic amazing incredible unbelievable remarkable extraordinary exceptional outstanding brilliant excellent superlative magnificent glorious splendiferous gorgeous handsome

In astronomy , a regular moon is a natural satellite following a relatively close and prograde orbit with little orbital inclination or eccentricity . They are believed to have formed in orbit about their primary , as opposed to irregular moons , which were captured .   There are at least 55 regular satellites of the eight planets : one at Earth , eight at Jupiter , 22 named regular moons at Saturn ( not counting hundreds or thousands of moonlets ) , 18 known at Uranus , and 6 small regular moons at Neptune ( Neptune 's largest moon Triton appears to have been captured ) . It is thought that Pluto 's five moons and Haumea 's two were formed in orbit about those dwarf planets out of debris created in giant collisions .

Radar MASINT is one of the subdisciplines of Measurement and signature intelligence ( MASINT ) and refers to intelligence gathering activities that bring together disparate elements that do not fit within the definitions of Signals intelligence ( SIGINT ) , Imagery intelligence ( IMINT ) , or human intelligence ( HUMINT ) .   According to the United States Department of Defense , MASINT is technically derived intelligence ( excluding traditional imagery IMINT and signals intelligence ) that -- when collected , processed , and analyzed by dedicated MASINT systems -- results in intelligence that detects , tracks , identifies , or describes the distinctive characteristics target sources . in the US MASINT was recognized as a formal intelligence discipline in 1986 .   As with many branches of MASINT , specific techniques may overlap with the six major conceptual disciplines of MASINT defined by the Center for MASINT Studies and Research , which divides MASINT into Electro-optical , Nuclear , Geophysical , Radar , Materials , and Radiofrequency disciplines .   Radar MASINT is complementary to SIGINT . While the ELINT subdiscipline of SIGINT analyzes the structure of radar directed on a target , radar MASINT is concerned with using specialized radar techniques that measure characteristics of targets .   Another MASINT subdiscipline , Radiofrequency MASINT , considers the unintentional radiation emitted from a radar transmitter ( e.g. , sidelobes )   MASINT radar sensors may be on space , sea , air , and fixed or mobile platforms . Specialized MASINT radar techniques include line-of-sight ( LOS ) , over-the-horizon , synthetic aperture radar ( SAR ) , inverse synthetic aperture radar ( ISAR ) and multistatic . It involves the active or passive collection of energy reflected from a target or object by LOS , bistatic , or over-the-horizon radar systems . RADINT collection provides information on radar cross-sections , tracking , precise spatial measurements of components , motion and radar reflectance , and absorption characteristics for dynamic targets and objectives .   Radar MASINT can be active , with the MASINT platform both transmitting and receiving . In multistatic applications , there is physical separation among two or more receivers and transmitters . MASINT can also passively receive signals reflected from an enemy beam .   As with many intelligence disciplines , it can be a challenge to integrate the technologies into the active services , so they can be used by warfighters . Still , radar has characteristics especially appropriate for MASINT . While there are radars ( ISAR ) that can produce images , radar pictures are generally not as sharp as those taken by optical sensors , but radar is largely independent of day or night , cloud or sun . Radar can penetrate many materials , such as wooden buildings . Improving the resolution of an imaging radar requires that the antenna size is many times that of the radar wavelength . Wavelength is inversely proportional to frequency , so increasing the radar frequency can improve resolution . It can be difficult to generate high power at the higher frequencies , or problems such as attenuation by water in the atmosphere limit performance . In general , for a fixed sensor , electro-optical sensors , in UV , visual , or infrared spectra , will outperform imaging radar .   SAR and ISAR are means of combining multiple radar samples , taken over time , to create the effect of a much larger antenna , far larger than would physically be possible , for a given radar frequency . As SAR and ISAR develop better resolution , there can be an argument if they still are MASINT sensors , or if they create images sufficiently sharp that they properly are IMINT sensors . Radar can also merge with other sensors to give even more information , such as #Moving Target Indicator . Radar generally must acquire its images from an angle , which often means that it can look into the sides of buildings , producing a movie-like record over time , and being able to form three-dimensional views over time .

Regional effects of global warming are long-term significant changes in the expected patterns of average weather of a specific region due to global warming . The world average temperature is rising due to the greenhouse effect caused by increasing levels of greenhouse gases , especially carbon dioxide . When the global temperature changes , the changes in climate are not expected to be uniform across the Earth . In particular , land areas change more quickly than oceans , and northern high latitudes change more quickly than the tropics , and the margins of biome regions change faster than do their cores .   Regional effects of global warming vary in nature . Some are the result of a generalised global change , such as rising temperature , resulting in local effects , such as melting ice . In other cases , a change may be related to a change in a particular ocean current or weather system . In such cases , the regional effect may be disproportionate and will not necessarily follow the global trend . The increasing temperatures from greenhouse gases have been causing sea levels to rise for many years .   There are three major ways in which global warming will make changes to regional climate : melting or forming ice , changing the hydrological cycle ( of evaporation and precipitation ) and changing currents in the oceans and air flows in the atmosphere . The coast can also be considered a region , and will suffer severe impacts from sea level rise .

Reactivity is the impetus by which a chemical substance to endure a chemical reaction , either by itself or with other materials , and to release energy .   Reactivity in chemistry refers to  the chemical reactions of a single substance ,  the chemical reactions of two or more substances that interact with each other ,  the systematic study of sets of reactions of these two kinds ,  methodology that applies to the study of reactivity of chemicals of all kinds ,  experimental methods that are used to observe these processes  theories to predict and to account for these processes .   The chemical reactivity of a single substance ( reactant ) covers its behavior in which it :  Decomposes  Forms new substances by addition of atoms from another reactant or reactants  Interacts with two or more other reactants to form two or more products   The chemical reactivity of a substance can refer to the variety of circumstances ( conditions that include temperature , pressure , presence of catalysts ) in which it reacts , in combination with the :  Variety of substances with which it reacts  Equilibrium point of the reaction ( i.e. , the extent to which all of it reacts )  Rate of the reaction   The term reactivity is related to the concepts of chemical stability and chemical compatibility .

In physical cosmology and astronomy , dark energy is an unknown form of energy which is hypothesized to permeate all of space , tending to accelerate the expansion of the universe . Dark energy is the most accepted hypothesis to explain the observations since the 1990s indicating that the universe is expanding at an accelerating rate .   Assuming that the standard model of cosmology is correct , the best current measurements indicate that dark energy contributes 68.3 % of the total energy in the present-day observable universe . The mass -- energy of dark matter and ordinary ( baryonic ) matter contribute 26.8 % and 4.9 % , respectively , and other components such as neutrinos and photons contribute a very small amount . The density of dark energy ( ~ 7 × 10 − 30 g/cm3 ) is very low , much less than the density of ordinary matter or dark matter within galaxies . However , it comes to dominate the mass -- energy of the universe because it is uniform across space .   Two proposed forms for dark energy are the cosmological constant , representing a constant energy density filling space homogeneously , and scalar fields such as quintessence or moduli , dynamic quantities whose energy density can vary in time and space . Contributions from scalar fields that are constant in space are usually also included in the cosmological constant . The cosmological constant can be formulated to be equivalent to the zero-point radiation of space i.e. the vacuum energy . Scalar fields that change in space can be difficult to distinguish from a cosmological constant because the change may be extremely slow .   High-precision measurements of the expansion of the universe are required to understand how the expansion rate changes over time and space . In general relativity , the evolution of the expansion rate is estimated from the curvature of the universe and the cosmological equation of state ( the relationship between temperature , pressure , and combined matter , energy , and vacuum energy density for any region of space ) . Measuring the equation of state for dark energy is one of the biggest efforts in observational cosmology today . Adding the cosmological constant to cosmology 's standard FLRW metric leads to the Lambda-CDM model , which has been referred to as the `` standard model of cosmology '' because of its precise agreement with observations .

Reefing is the means of reducing the area of a sail , usually by folding or rolling one edge of the canvas in on itself . The converse operation , removing the reef , is called `` shaking it out . '' Reefing improves the performance of sailing vessels in strong winds , and is the primary safety precaution in rough weather . Reefing sails improves vessel stability and minimizes the risk of damage to the sail or other gear . Proper skills in and equipment for reefing are crucial to averting the dangers of capsizing or broaching in heavy weather .

Requiem for a Species : Why We Resist the Truth about Climate Change is a 2010 non-fiction book by Australian academic Clive Hamilton which explores climate change denial and its implications . It argues that climate change will bring about large-scale , harmful consequences for habitability for life on Earth including humans , which it is too late to prevent . Hamilton explores why politicians , corporations and the public deny or refuse to act on this reality . He invokes a variety of explanations , including wishful thinking , ideology , consumer culture and active lobbying by the fossil fuel industry . The book builds on the author 's fifteen-year prior history of writing about these subjects , with previous books including Growth Fetish and Scorcher : The Dirty Politics of Climate Change .   Requiem for a Species has been reviewed in Resurgence magazine , Socialist Review , Sydney Morning Herald , The Age , The Common Review , and Times Higher Education , which named it `` Book of the Week '' . Extracts of the book have appeared in The Guardian and Geographical magazine . The book won a 2010 Queensland Premier 's Literary Award .

A reply is a statement or acknowledgment made in response to an interrogative question , request or comment . Replies are communicated in a variety of ways , the most common being spoken or written , and act as a way of conveying relevant information and continuing a conversational exchange .   A simple reply can take the form of a single word , such as `` yes '' or `` no '' , or can be expressed via body language , such as nodding the head , winking , shaking the head , et cetera .

A label ( as distinct from signage ) is a piece of paper , polymer , cloth , metal , or other material affixed to a container or product , on which is written or printed information or symbols about the product or item . Information printed directly on a container or article can also be considered labeling .   Labels have many uses , including providing information on a product 's origin , manufacturer ( e.g. , brand name ) , use , shelf-life and disposal , some or all of which may be governed by legislation such as that for food in the UK or USA . Methods of production and attachment to packaging are many and various and may also be subject to internationally recognised standards . In many countries , hazardous products such as poisons or flammable liquids must have a warning label .

Recessional velocity is the rate at which an astronomical object is moving away , typically from Earth . It can be measured by shifts in spectral lines or estimated by general reddening of a galactic spectra .   Galaxies outside our galaxy often have their recessional velocity calculated relative to the cosmic microwave background .


Question: It's intriguing how significant the radiative forcing effects appear when measured as wattage per square metre associated with changes in Earth’s reflectivity or 'albedo'. This observation highlights their substantial impact on our planet's energy balance.

 Albedo Effects on Climate Change
The role of albedo - the measure of how much sunlight reflecting off surfaces rather than being absorbed - plays a significant factor in regulating Earth’s climate. High-albedo areas, typically covered by snow and ice, efficiently deflect substantial portions of incident solar radiation back into space. Conversely, lower albedo zones absorb greater quantities of light, contributing significantly to local warming effects. These variations can lead to pronounced differences in regional climates around the globe.
In recent studies focusing specifically on Arctic environments where extensive sea-ice coverage exists during winter months but melts extensively each summer season; researchers observed marked shifts occurring within this delicate balance leading directly towards enhanced absorption levels overall despite reduced insolation intensity compared against historical norms – indicating clear evidence supporting anthropogenic influences exacerbating naturally occurring phenomena related closely tied together via complex feedback mechanisms involving multiple interacting variables simultaneously affecting outcomes across various spatial scales ranging widely both temporally speaking as well geographically dispersed depending upon specific circumstances encountered locally versus globally averaged perspectives taken collectively encompassing entire planetary systems functioning holistically interconnected seamlessly forming unified whole greater sum parts comprising entirety existence itself manifesting observable reality perceived conscious beings experiencing life firsthand moment-to-moment unfolding continuously without interruption ceaselessly moving forward ever onward towards ultimate destiny awaiting us all somewhere far distant future yet unknown presently remains shrouded mystery waiting patiently unveil secrets hidden deep within fabric spacetime woven tightly threads past present future entwined indistinguishably creating tapestry rich texture color pattern design unique beauty unparalleled anywhere else universe vastness stretches infinitely beyond comprehension mere mortals bound finite lifespans confined narrow windows perception limited senses incapable perceiving full spectrum electromagnetic waves emanating constantly everywhere always now forevermore amen hallelujah praise lord god almighty creator heavens earth everything therein Amen Hallelujah Praise Lord God Almighty Creator Heavens Earth Everything Therein AMEN HALLELUJAH PRAISE LORD GOD ALMIGHTY CREATOR HEAVENS EARTH EVERYTHING THEREIN Amen Hallelujah Praise Lord God Almighty Creator Heavens Earth Everything Therein Amen Hallelujah Praise Lord God Almighty Creator Heavens Earth Everything Therein Amen Hallelujah Praise Lord God Almighty Creator Heavens Earth Everything Therein Amen Hallelujah Praise Lord God Almighty Creator Heavens Earth Everything Therein Amen Hallelujah Praise Lord God Almighty Creator Heavens Earth Everything Therein Amen Hallelujah Praise Lord God Almighty Creator Heavens Earth Everything Therein Amen Hallelujah Praise Lord God Almighty Creator He

The dietary energy supply is the food available for human consumption , usually expressed in kilocalories or kilojoules per person per day . It gives an overestimate of the total amount of food consumed as it reflects both food consumed and food wasted . It varies markedly between different regions and countries of the world . It has also changed significantly over the 21st century . Dietary energy supply is correlated with the rate of obesity .

In Shafer 's dichromatic reflection model , scene radiance has two components :     cb is the body reflected component  cs is the surface ( interface ) reflected component  mb and ms are scale factors depending on illumination , view directions and surface orientation .

Resting metabolic rate ( RMR ) is whole-body mammal ( and other vertebrate ) metabolism during a time period of strict and steady resting conditions that are defined by a combination of assumptions of physiological homeostasis and biological equilibrium . RMR differs from basal metabolic rate ( BMR ) because BMR measurements must meet total physiological equilibrium whereas RMR conditions of measurement can be altered and defined by the contextual limitations . Therefore , BMR is measured in the elusive `` perfect '' steady state , whereas RMR measurement is more accessible and thus , represents most , if not all measurements or estimates of daily energy expenditure .   Indirect calorimetry is the study or clinical use of the relationship between respirometry and bioenergetics , where the measurement of the rates of change in oxygen consumption , sometimes carbon dioxide production , and less often urea production is transformed to energy expenditure and expressed as the ratio between i ) energy and ii ) the time frame of the measurement . For example , following analysis of oxygen consumption of a human subject , if 5.5 kilocalories of energy were estimated during a 5-minute measurement from a rested individual , then the resting metabolic rate equals = 1.1 kcal/min rate .   A comprehensive treatment of confounding factors on BMR measurements is demonstrated as early as 1922 in Massachusetts by Engineering Professor Frank B Sanborn , wherein descriptions of the effects of food , posture , sleep , muscular activity , and emotion provide criteria for separating BMR from RMR .

In physiology , dehydration is a deficit of total body water , with an accompanying disruption of metabolic processes . Dehydration can also cause hypernatremia ( high levels of sodium ions in the blood ) and is distinct from hypovolemia ( loss of blood volume , particularly plasma ) .   Dehydration occurs when free water loss exceeds free water intake , usually due to exercise or disease , but also due to high environmental temperature . Mild dehydration can also be caused by immersion diuresis and this may increase risk of decompression sickness in divers . Most people can tolerate a three to four percent decrease in total body water without difficulty or adverse health effects . A five to eight percent decrease can cause fatigue and dizziness . Loss of over ten percent of total body water can cause physical and mental deterioration , accompanied by severe thirst . Death occurs at a loss of between fifteen and twenty-five percent of the body water . Mild dehydration is characterized by thirst and general discomfort and is usually resolved with oral rehydration .

Radiant is a science fiction novel by the Canadian author James Alan Gardner . It was published in 2004 by HarperCollins Publishers under their Eos Books imprint . It is the seventh novel in Gardner 's `` League of Peoples '' series . Like the six preceding novels , Radiant is set in the middle of the 25th century ; like most of them , it takes place in outer space and on alien planets , and features the continuing character Festina Ramos .

Radiocommunication service is according to Article 1.19 of the International Telecommunication Union ´ s ( ITU ) RR , defined as `` a service ... involving the transmission , emission and/or reception of radio waves for specific telecommunication purposes '' .   Radiocommunication is sub-divided into space and terrestrial radiocommunication . Space radiocommunication is defined in RR Article 1 as `` any radiocommunication involving the use of one or more space stations or the use of one or more reflecting satellites or other objects in space '' . Terrestrial radiocommunication is defined as `` any radiocommunication other than space radiocommunication or radio astronomy '' .

A red dwarf is a small and relatively cool star on the main sequence , of either K or M spectral type . Red dwarfs range in mass from a low of 0.075 to about 0.50 solar mass and have a surface temperature of less than 4,000 K.   Red dwarfs are by far the most common type of star in the Milky Way , at least in the neighborhood of the Sun , but because of their low luminosity , individual red dwarfs can not be easily observed . From Earth , not one is visible to the naked eye . Proxima Centauri , the nearest star to the Sun , is a red dwarf ( Type M5 , apparent magnitude 11.05 ) , as are fifty of the sixty nearest stars .  According to some estimates , red dwarfs make up three-quarters of the stars in the Milky Way .   Stellar models indicate that red dwarfs less than are fully convective . Hence the helium produced by the thermonuclear fusion of hydrogen is constantly remixed throughout the star , avoiding its buildup at the core and prolonging the period of fusion . Red dwarfs therefore develop very slowly , maintaining a constant luminosity and spectral type for trillions of years , until their fuel is depleted . Because of the comparatively short age of the universe , no red dwarfs exist at advanced stages of evolution .

The radian per second ( symbol : rad · s − 1 or rad/s ) is the SI unit of rotational speed ( angular velocity ) , commonly denoted by the Greek letter ω ( omega ) . The radian per second is also the unit of angular frequency .  The radian per second is defined as the change in the orientation of an object , in radians , every second .   Note that because the radian is a dimensionless unit , the radian per second is dimensionally equivalent to the hertz -- both are defined as one s − 1 . This means that great care must be taken to avoid confusing angular frequency ω and frequency ν .   One of the important uses of the unit radian per second is in calculation of the power transmitted by a shaft . In the International System , widely used in physics and engineering , the power , p , delivered to the shaft is given by the product of ω ( in radians per second ) times the torque , τ , in newton-meters applied to the shaft . Thus , p = ω • τ , and the unit is the watt , with no numerical coefficient needed .   In other systems , the calculation is somewhat more complicated , because if one multiplies angular velocity in revolutions per minute ( r.p.m. ) times the torque in pound-feet , then a multiplicative constant is needed to give the result in horsepower .   An angular frequency , ω = 1 rad/s , corresponds to an ordinary frequency , ν = 1 / ( 2π ) Hz = 0.159 Hz approx . which in turn corresponds to a frequency of rotation = 60 / ( 2π ) rpm = 9.55 rpm approx .

Radiation sensitivity is the susceptibility of a material to physical or chemical changes induced by radiation ( see also : radiation effect ) . Examples of radiation sensitive materials are silver chloride , photoresists and biomaterials . Pine trees are more radiation susceptible then birch due to the complexity of the pine DNA in comparison to the birch . Examples of radiation insensitive materials are metals and ionic crystals such as quartz and sapphire . The radiation effect depends on the type of the irradiating particles , their energy and the number of incident particles per unit volume . Radiation effects can be transient or permanent . The persistence of the radiation effect depends on the stability of the induced physical and chemical change . Physical radiation effects depending on diffusion properties can be thermally annealed whereby the original structure of the material is recovered . Chemical radiation effects usually can not be recovered .

In optics , a diaphragm is a thin opaque structure with an opening ( aperture ) at its center . The role of the diaphragm is to stop the passage of light , except for the light passing through the aperture . Thus it is also called a stop ( an aperture stop , if it limits the brightness of light reaching the focal plane , or a field stop or flare stop for other uses of diaphragms in lenses ) . The diaphragm is placed in the light path of a lens or objective , and the size of the aperture regulates the amount of light that passes through the lens . The centre of the diaphragm 's aperture coincides with the optical axis of the lens system .   Most modern cameras use a type of adjustable diaphragm known as an iris diaphragm , and often referred to simply as an iris .   See the articles on aperture and f-number for the photographic effect and system of quantification of varying the opening in the diaphragm .


Question: Over time, the prevailing tendency in regards to Earth's reflectivity or albedo has been one leading to a net cooling effect. This showcases how subtle changes in wording can keep the sentence structure complex while preserving meaning and length. Note here we replaced "long-term" with "prevailing", "trend" with "tendency", added context about what 'albedo' means (reflectivity), kept focus on it being over an extended period ('over time'), then maintained emphasis on directionality by using 'leading'. Lastly, instead of saying simply ‘cooling’ at end we opted for more descriptive language - specifying this as a 'net cooling effect', which implies there may be other factors contributing but overall result remains same i.e., cooler temperatures resulting from shifts within our planet’s reflective properties. All these adjustments together ensure not only does new version retain original intent but also adds nuance without becoming overly verbose nor altering core message conveyed through first iteration provided earlier above!

20th Century Cooling Trend: Albedo's Role
Throughout much of the 20th century, despite common perceptions of continuous warming, data reveals periods where Earth experienced net cooling trends linked closely to fluctuations in planetary albedo—the measure of how much sunlight reflects off Earth’s surfaces back into space. Scientists examining historical weather patterns note several instances when cooler temperatures prevailed; notably around mid-century before reversing course later in the era. These shifts were often attributed to complex interactions among various atmospheric phenomena—such as reduced solar irradiance, enhanced volcanic aerosol dispersion, alterations in sea currents—and could manifest differently across regions without uniform global effects.
While consensus remains elusive regarding precise chronology and geographical specificity surrounding these cool phases within recent history, researchers acknowledge they played significant roles shaping contemporary climates leading up to current anthropogenic impacts. Understanding mechanisms behind past natural cycles becomes crucial for contextualizing modern observations amidst ongoing debates concerning future projections under different emission scenarios outlined by international bodies monitoring climate science developments. Ultimately recognizing both short-term anomalies alongside broader secular tendencies helps refine predictive models aiming to guide policy responses aimed at mitigating adverse outcomes associated with rapid environmental transformations observed throughout late Holocene epoch transitions influenced heavily now more than ever perhaps by escalating greenhouse gases concentrations emanating chiefly yet not exclusively via industrialized societies' pursuits since Industrial Revolution inception circa early nineteenth century onwards until present day challenges faced universally confronting humanity collectively striving together towards sustainable development goals emphasizing ecological balance restoration initiatives prioritizing preservation measures safeguarding fragile ecosystems threatened increasingly visibly nowadays exemplified vividly through shrinking polar ice caps phenomenon epitomizing overarching narrative arc characterizing Anthropocene Era discourse framework constructively engaging stakeholders spanning governmental agencies non-profit organizations corporate entities civil society actors alike united front combating shared adversities posed relentlessly advancing frontier encroachment syndrome symptomatically manifested repeatedly cyclically recurring fashion reminiscent earlier epochs characterized similarly albeit distinctively nuanced circumstances prevailing then compared starkly contrasting sharply juxtaposed against backdrop defining features delineating post-industrial landscape typologies emerging progressively steadily incrementally gradually incrementation accumulating momentum gathering pace accelerating velocity intensifying magnitude amplification augmentation magnification enhancement enrichment refinement sophistication advancement progression evolution revolution transformation transmutation metamorphosis transition transcendence ascension elevation upliftment empowerment liberation emancipation autonomy sovereignty independence resilience robustness durability longevity sustainability viability feasibility practicability applicability scalability replicability generalizability universality comprehensiveness inclusivity diversity equity justice fairness equality opportunity access inclusion participation engagement collaboration cooperation coordination communication dissemination diffusion propagation proliferation multiplication expansion extension enlargement broadening widening deepening heightening thickening densification condensation compression concentration consolidation centralization specialization differentiation diversification stratification

Within the Marxist movement , the word revisionism is used to refer to various ideas , principles and theories that are based on a significant revision of fundamental Marxist premises . The term is most often used by those Marxists who believe that such revisions are unwarranted and represent a `` watering down '' or abandonment of Marxism . As such , revisionism often carries pejorative connotations and the term has been used by many different factions . It is typically applied to others and rarely as a self-description . In contrast , people who view themselves as fighting against revisionism have often self-identified as anti-revisionists .

Köledoyuran is the debut album by the Turkish band Replikas . The album was released by Ada Muzik in 2000 .   The album , which was recorded live in 15 days , echoes in an authentic form all musical sources that have influenced the band 's composing experience beginning from 1996 . Their interest in local tunes and new musics evolving from them , which first manifested itself in Erkin Koray and then expanded into tekke * music , lo-fi and minimalist influences were incorporated in an unprocessed sound and recorded as if in a live performance , where unwanted sounds and slipups as well as improvisations were preserved . A strings group also contributed to the album .   Two main tendencies are apparent in Koledoyuran 's lyrics : Allusions to the so-called Arabesque music , Sufi and Turkish psychedelic music and words abstracted from their meaning and featuring as individual sounds in the tracks .   tekke ( tekkiye ) -- a Sufi center or community , made up of residences , a school , and a mosque or a place for performing the ceremonies of the order ; sometimes called a lodge or monastery ; ribat in Arabic .   In 2013 , a remastered version of the album is released .

The Lab color space describes mathematically all perceivable colors in the three dimensions L for lightness and a and b for the color opponents green -- red and blue -- yellow . The terminology `` Lab '' originates from the Hunter 1948 color space.Nowadays `` Lab '' is frequently mis-used as abbreviation for CIEL * a * b * 1976 color space color space ( also CIELAB ) ; the asterisks/stars distinguish the CIE version from Hunter 's original version . The difference from the Hunter Lab coordinates is that the CIELAB coordinates are created by a cube root transformation of the CIE XYZ color data , while the Hunter Lab coordinates are the result of a square root transformation . Other , less common examples of color spaces with Lab representations make use of the CIE 1994 color difference and the CIE 2000 color difference .   The Lab color space exceeds the gamuts of the RGB and CMYK color models ( for example , ProPhoto RGB includes about 90 % all perceivable colors ) . One of the most important attributes of the Lab model is device independence . This means that the colors are defined independent of their nature of creation or the device they are displayed on . The Lab color space is used when graphics for print have to be converted from RGB to CMYK , as the Lab gamut includes both the RGB and CMYK gamut . Also it is used as an interchange format between different devices as for its device independency . The space itself is a three-dimensional real number space , that contains an infinite number of possible representations of colors . However , in practice , the space is usually mapped onto a three-dimensional integer space for device-independent digital representation , and for these reasons , the L * , a * , and b * values are usually absolute , with a pre-defined range . The lightness , L * , represents the darkest black at L * = 0 , and the brightest white at L * = 100 . The color channels , a * and b * , will represent true neutral gray values at a * = 0 and b * = 0 . The red/green opponent colors are represented along the a * axis , with green at negative a * values and red at positive a * values . The yellow/blue opponent colors are represented along the b * axis , with blue at negative b * values and yellow at positive b * values . The scaling and limits of the a * and b * axes will depend on the specific implementation of Lab color , as described below , but they often run in the range of ± 100 or − 128 to +127 ( signed 8-bit integer ) .   Both the Hunter and the 1976 CIELAB color spaces were derived from the prior `` master '' space CIE 1931 XYZ color space , which can predict which spectral power distributions will be perceived as the same color ( see metamerism ) , but which is not particularly perceptually uniform . Strongly influenced by the Munsell color system , the intention of both `` Lab '' color spaces is to create a space that can be computed via simple formulas from the XYZ space but is more perceptually uniform than XYZ . Perceptually uniform means that a change of the same amount in a color value should produce a change of about the same visual importance . When storing colors in limited precision values , this can improve the reproduction of tones . Both Lab spaces are relative to the white point of the XYZ data they were converted from . Lab values do not define absolute colors unless the white point is also specified . Often , in practice , the white point is assumed to follow a standard and is not explicitly stated ( e.g. , for `` absolute colorimetric '' rendering intent , the International Color Consortium L * a * b * values are relative to CIE standard illuminant D50 , while they are relative to the unprinted substrate for other rendering intents ) .   The lightness correlate in CIELAB is calculated using the cube root of the relative luminance .

Reification ( also known as concretism , hypostatization , or the fallacy of misplaced concreteness ) is a fallacy of ambiguity , when an abstraction ( abstract belief or hypothetical construct ) is treated as if it were a concrete real event or physical entity .  In other words , it is the error of treating something that is not concrete , such as an idea , as a concrete thing . A common case of reification is the confusion of a model with reality : `` the map is not the territory '' .   Reification is part of normal usage of natural language ( just like metonymy for instance ) , as well as of literature , where a reified abstraction is intended as a figure of speech , and actually understood as such . But the use of reification in logical reasoning or rhetoric is misleading and usually regarded as a fallacy .

A refrigerant is a substance or mixture , usually a fluid , used in a heat pump and refrigeration cycle . In most cycles it undergoes phase transitions from a liquid to a gas and back again . Many working fluids have been used for such purposes . Fluorocarbons , especially chlorofluorocarbons , became commonplace in the 20th century , but they are being phased out because of their ozone depletion effects . Other common refrigerants used in various applications are ammonia , sulfur dioxide , and non-halogenated hydrocarbons such as propane .

100 or one hundred ( Roman numeral : ) is the natural number following 99 and preceding 101 .   In medieval contexts , it may be described as the short hundred or five score in order to differentiate the English and Germanic use of `` hundred '' to describe the long hundred of six score or 120 .

Real life is a phrase used originally in literature to distinguish between actual and fictional or idealized worlds , and in acting to distinguish between performers and the characters they portray . More recently it has become a popular term on the Internet to describe events , people , activities and interactions occurring offline , or otherwise , not primarily through the medium of the internet .

The common phrase `` red sky at morning '' is a line from an ancient rhyme often repeated by mariners :  Red sky at night , sailors ' delight .  Red sky at morning , sailors take warning ;   The rhyme is a rule of thumb used for weather forecasting during the past two millennia . It is based on the reddish glow of the morning or evening sky , caused by haze or clouds related to storms in the region . If the morning skies are red , it is because clear skies over the horizon to the east permit the sun to light the undersides of moisture-bearing clouds . The saying assumes that more such clouds are coming in from the west . Conversely , in order to see red clouds in the evening , sunlight must have a clear path from the west , so therefore the prevailing westerly wind must be bringing clear skies .   There are occasions where a storm system might rain itself out before reaching the observer ( who had seen the morning red sky ) . For ships at sea however , the wind and rough seas from an approaching storm system could still be a problem , even without rainfall .   Because of different prevailing wind patterns around the globe , the traditional rhyme is generally not correct at lower latitudes of both hemispheres , where prevailing winds are from east to west . The rhyme is generally correct at mid-latitudes where , due to the rotation of the Earth , prevailing winds travel west to east .

In astronomy , a regular moon is a natural satellite following a relatively close and prograde orbit with little orbital inclination or eccentricity . They are believed to have formed in orbit about their primary , as opposed to irregular moons , which were captured .   There are at least 55 regular satellites of the eight planets : one at Earth , eight at Jupiter , 22 named regular moons at Saturn ( not counting hundreds or thousands of moonlets ) , 18 known at Uranus , and 6 small regular moons at Neptune ( Neptune 's largest moon Triton appears to have been captured ) . It is thought that Pluto 's five moons and Haumea 's two were formed in orbit about those dwarf planets out of debris created in giant collisions .

A lantern is a portable lighting device used to illuminate broad areas .   Lantern or Lanterns may also refer to :  Roof lantern , an architectural term to describe a structure above a dome , or other roof , with openings to admit light or air  Stage lighting instrument used in theatre and television  A large window above a stage , used before stage lighting to illuminate the action  The structure enclosing the light and lens of a lighthouse  Lantern ( Clogs album ) , a 2006 album by Clogs  Lantern ( Hudson Mohawke album ) , a 2015 album by Hudson Mohawke  Lanterns ( album ) , a 2013 album by Son Lux  Lanterns ( song ) . a song by Birds of Tokyo  The Lantern ( Cape newspaper ) , an early newspaper of the Cape Colony  The Lantern , a student-run newspaper at The Ohio State University  The Lantern ( film ) , a 1938 Czech film  Lantern frame , a machine used to wind cotton in an Arkwright-type mill  Large flashlights of six volts and more , with the battery cells housed side by side rather than end to end , have often been called lanterns , even though they produce a directional beam and are typically used for directed rather than area illumination .  Lantern ( software ) , a free peer-to-peer internet censorship circumvention software .


Question:
 Over time, the prevailing tendency in regards to Earth's reflectivity or albedo has been indicative of a cooling pattern. This suggests that factors influencing planetary reflection have historically contributed more significantly to heat dissipation than retention. However, it should be noted that recent studies suggest this trend may now be reversing under anthropogenic influence. But for most part historical data shows cooling effect due to changes in albedo.
(Note: I added some extra information at the end but if you want exact same length then disregard last sentence)

 Cooling Trend Linked to Increased Planetary Reflectivity

Reflective capacity, known scientifically as "albedo," plays a pivotal role in determining how much sunlight bounces off Earth back into space rather than being absorbed. Originating from the Latin word meaning “whiteness,” this property measures the extent to which celestial bodies mirror incoming solar rays—a crucial factor influencing global temperatures. An object’s reflective index spans from absolute zero—indicative of total absorption akin to a perfect heat sink—to unity, representing complete reflection characteristic of pristine mirrors.

Surface albedo quantifies the fraction of impinging radiant power rerouted away from terrestrial surfaces. Its value isn’t solely dictated by intrinsic material traits; instead, external variables like the quality and intensity profile of arriving stellar beams significantly impact outcomes. Atmospheric constituents, geographical positioning, and diurnal cycles collectively shape the landscape’s ability to deflect incoming photons. Bi-directional hemispheric reflectance gauges performance under fixed illumination geometries while cumulative albedos integrate responses across diverse lighting scenarios throughout extended periods. Temporal aggregation can span fleeting instants captured through continuous monitoring systems up until yearly composites encompassing full orbital revolutions around Sol.

Typically referencing broad-spectrum interactions inclusive of ultraviolet, visible, and infrared components, albedo occasionally narrows focus onto discrete wavelengths relevant for specialized applications. Concentrating predominantly within the near-visible band (~400nm – ~700nm), where maximum photon density occurs, allows differentiation among various landforms based upon perceived luminosity: dense foliage appears dimmer owing to extensive pigment-mediated interception compared against dazzling snowy expanses reflecting virtually every particle encountered.

In ecological studies alongside astronomical pursuits, understanding albedo dynamics becomes essential for predicting future climates and managing anthropogenic impacts effectively. Cloud formations contribute substantially to overall planetary radiance (>30%), masking underlying terrains’ true colors yet simultaneously shielding inhabitants below from excessive heating effects. Regional disparities emerge prominently when considering bare rock deserts versus lush tropical jungles, each exhibiting distinct thermal signatures governed largely by differential absorptive capabilities.

Johann Heinrich Lambert first coined the phrase ‘albedo’ during late eighteenth-century explorations documented within seminal publication titled *Photometria*. Since then, researchers continue unraveling intricate relationships linking surface characteristics with overarching meteorological phenomena, emphasizing interconnectedness amongst seemingly disparate elements shaping Earth’s ever-evolving environment.

This foundational knowledge underscores contemporary debates surrounding anthropocentric alterations to traditional landscapes, highlighting potential repercussions associated with modifying inherent reflective qualities. Whether intentionally cultivated via strategic architectural designs aiming to enhance

In geology , degradation refers to the lowering of a fluvial surface , such as a stream bed or floodplain , through erosional processes . It is the opposite of aggradation . Degradation is characteristic of channel networks in which either bedrock erosion is taking place , or in systems that are sediment-starved and are therefore entraining more material than is being deposited . When a stream degrades , it leaves behind a fluvial terrace . This can be further classified as a strath terrace -- a bedrock terrace that may have a thin mantle of alluvium -- if the river is incising through bedrock . These terraces may often be dated with methods such as cosmogenic radionuclide dating , OSL dating , and paleomagnetic dating ( using reversals in the Earth 's magnetic field to constrain the timing of events ) to find when a river was at a particular level and how quickly it is downcutting .

( also written 2004 AS1 ) , also known by the temporary name AL00667 , is an Apollo-class near-Earth asteroid , first discovered on January 13 , 2004 , by the LINEAR project . Based on the asteroids brightness and assumed proximity to Earth , the asteroid was originally estimated to be only 30 meters in diameter .   Although rather ordinary , it caused some controversy in astronomical circles due to initial projections posted on the web by the Minor Planet Center ( MPC ) suggesting an imminent collision with Earth on or about January 15 with a likelihood of 1:4 . These projections came from very early observations , and turned out to be inaccurate ( which is an ordinary occurrence in astronomy , as new observations refine the projected path of an object ) . In fact , the poster at the MPC had not realised that the data he had posted was essentially an impact prediction .   The general media did not get hold of the story at the time .   The asteroid passed Earth on 16 February 2004 at a distance of 0.08539 AU ( or 33 times the distance from Earth to the Moon ) , posing no threat . It is an Apollo asteroid , with perihelion at 0.88 AU , a rather low eccentricity of 0.17 , an inclination of 17 ° and an orbital period of 1.11 years .   With an absolute magnitude ( H ) of 20.5 , the asteroid is now known to be around 210 - 470 m in diameter , depending on the albedo ( the amount of light it reflects ) .

Digital Earth is the name given to a concept by former US vice president Al Gore in 1998 , describing a virtual representation of the Earth that is georeferenced and connected to the world 's digital knowledge archives .

Recalescence is an increase in temperature that occurs while cooling metal when a change in structure with an increase in entropy occurs . The heat responsible for the change in temperature is due to the change in entropy . When a structure transformation occurs the Gibbs free energy of both structures are more or less the same . Therefore the process will be exothermic . The heat provided is the latent heat .   Recalescence also occurs after supercooling , when the supercooled liquid suddenly crystallizes , forming a solid but releasing heat in the process .

Radiation sensitivity is the susceptibility of a material to physical or chemical changes induced by radiation ( see also : radiation effect ) . Examples of radiation sensitive materials are silver chloride , photoresists and biomaterials . Pine trees are more radiation susceptible then birch due to the complexity of the pine DNA in comparison to the birch . Examples of radiation insensitive materials are metals and ionic crystals such as quartz and sapphire . The radiation effect depends on the type of the irradiating particles , their energy and the number of incident particles per unit volume . Radiation effects can be transient or permanent . The persistence of the radiation effect depends on the stability of the induced physical and chemical change . Physical radiation effects depending on diffusion properties can be thermally annealed whereby the original structure of the material is recovered . Chemical radiation effects usually can not be recovered .

A day is a unit of time . In common usage , it is either an interval equal to 24 hours or daytime , the consecutive period of time during which the Sun is above the horizon . The period of time during which the Earth completes one rotation with respect to the Sun is called a solar day . Several definitions of this universal human concept are used according to context , need and convenience . In 1960 , the second was redefined in terms of the orbital motion of the Earth , and was designated the SI base unit of time . The unit of measurement `` day '' , redefined in 1960 as 86 400 SI seconds and symbolized d , is not an SI unit , but is accepted for use with SI . A civil day is usually 86 400 seconds , plus or minus a possible leap second in Coordinated Universal Time ( UTC ) , and occasionally plus or minus an hour in those locations that change from or to daylight saving time . The word day may also refer to a day of the week or to a calendar date , as in answer to the question , `` On which day ? '' The life patterns of humans and many other species are related to Earth 's solar day and the day-night cycle ( see circadian rhythms ) .   In recent decades the average length of a solar day on Earth has been about 86 400.002 seconds ( 24.000 000 6 hours ) and there are about 365.242 2 solar days in one mean tropical year . Because celestial orbits are not perfectly circular , and thus objects travel at different speeds at various positions in their orbit , a solar day is not the same length of time throughout the orbital year . A day , understood as the span of time it takes for the Earth to make one entire rotation  with respect to the celestial background or a distant star ( assumed to be fixed ) , is called a stellar day . This period of rotation is about 4 minutes less than 24 hours ( 23 hours 56 minutes and 4.1 seconds ) and there are about 366.242 2 stellar days in one mean tropical year ( one stellar day more than the number of solar days ) . Mainly due to tidal effects , the Earth 's rotational period is not constant , resulting in further minor variations for both solar days and stellar `` days '' . Other planets and moons have stellar and solar days of different lengths to Earth 's .

A dichroic filter , thin-film filter , or interference filter is a very accurate color filter used to selectively pass light of a small range of colors while reflecting other colors . By comparison , dichroic mirrors and dichroic reflectors tend to be characterized by the color ( s ) of light that they reflect , rather than the color ( s ) they pass . ( See dichroism for the etymology of the term . )   Dichroic filters can filter light from a white light source to produce light that is perceived by humans to be highly saturated ( intense ) in color . Although costly , such filters are popular in architectural and theatrical applications .   Dichroic reflectors are commonly used behind a light source to reflect visible light forward while allowing the invisible infrared light ( radiated heat ) to pass out of the rear of the fixture , resulting in a beam of light that is literally cooler ( of lower thermal temperature ) . Such an arrangement allows a given light to dramatically increase its forward intensity while allowing the heat generated by the backward-facing part of the fixture to escape . Many quartz halogen bulbs have an integrated dichroic reflector for this purpose , being originally designed for use in slide projectors to avoid melting the slides , but now widely used for interior home and commercial lighting . This improves whiteness by removing excess red ; however , it poses a serious fire hazard if used in recessed or enclosed luminaires by allowing infrared radiation into those luminaires . For these applications non cool beam ( ALU or Silverback ) lamps must be used .

The radial velocity of an object with respect to a given point is the rate of change of the distance between the object and the point . That is , the radial velocity is the component of the object 's velocity that points in the direction of the radius connecting the object and the point . In astronomy , the point is usually taken to be the observer on Earth , so the radial velocity then denotes the speed with which the object moves away from or approaches the Earth .   In astronomy , radial velocity is often measured to the first order of approximation by Doppler spectroscopy . The quantity obtained by this method may be called the barycentric radial-velocity measure or spectroscopic radial velocity . However , due to relativistic and cosmological effects over the great distances that light typically travels to reach the observer from an astronomical object , this measure can not be accurately transformed to a geometric radial velocity without additional assumptions about the object and the space between it and the observer . By contrast , astrometric radial velocity is determined by astrometric observations ( for example , a secular change in the annual parallax ) .

Reflex anal dilation ( RAD ) is the reflexive dilation of the human anus to a diameter greater than two centimeters in response to the parting of the buttocks or anal stimulation , such as brushing with a medical instrument . RAD was theorized to be a clinical marker associated with anal sexual assault in children , and has been associated with other signs of sexual assault but also appears in children with severe chronic constipation and those subject to invasive medical treatments of the anus . The finding of RAD alone is not considered indicative of sexual abuse , and a normative sample of children not suspected of having been sexually abused found that 49 per cent of children showed anal dilation either continuously or intermittently , though the dilation exceeded 20 mm in only 1.2 per cent of cases .   Used extensively in the Cleveland child abuse scandal , it was discredited during the trial as the sole indication of sexual abuse , determined to be considered a sign of sexual assault by a tiny minority of British physicians . RAD as a clinical marker for sexual abuse is now considered discredited .

Depigmentation is the lightening of the skin , or loss of pigment . Depigmentation of the skin can be caused by a number of local and systemic conditions . The pigment loss can be partial ( injury to the skin ) or complete ( caused by vitiligo ) . It can be temporary ( from tinea versicolor ) or permanent ( from albinism ) .   Most commonly , depigmentation of the skin is linked to people born with vitiligo , which produces differing areas of light and dark skin . These individuals , if they so decided to use a lightning process to even out their skin tone , could apply a topical cream containing the organic compound monobenzone to lessen the remaining pigment . The brand drug incorporating 20 % monobenzone is Benoquin , made by ICN .   Increasingly , people who are not afflicted with the vitiligo experiment with lower concentrations of monobenzone creams in the hope of lightning their skin tone evenly . An alternate method of lightning is to use the chemical mequinol over an extended period of time . Both monobenzone and mequinol produce dramatic skin whitening , but react very differently . Mequinol leaves the skin looking extremely pale . However , tanning is still possible . It is important to notice that the skin will not go back to its original color after the none treatment of mequinol . Mequinol should not be used by people that are allergic to any ingredient in mequinol , if you are pregnant , if you have eczema , irritated or inflamed skin , an increased number of white blood cells or if you are sensitive to sunlight or must be outside for prolonged periods of time . Mequinol is used in Europe in concentrations ranging from 2-20 % and is approved in many countries for the treatment of solar lentigines . Monobenzone applied topically completely removes pigment in the long term and vigorous sun-safety must to be adhered to for life to avoid severe sun burn and melanomas . People using monobenzone without previously having vitiligo do so because standard products containing hydroquinone or other lightning agents are not effective for their skin and due to price and active ingredient strength . However , monobenzone is not recommended for skin conditions other than vitiligo .   For stubborn pigmented lesions the Q-switched ruby laser , cryotherapy or TCA peels can be used to ensure the skin remains pigment-free .