Insolation
The solar radiation that reaches the earth's surface
Real World Example
Imagine you're trying to fill a bucket with water using a garden hose, but there are clouds in the sky that occasionally block the hose, causing the water flow to vary. This is similar to insolation, where solar radiation reaches the Earth's surface in varying amounts due to factors like clouds and atmospheric conditions. Just as the clouds and obstacles affect how much water reaches your bucket, atmospheric conditions influence how much solar energy actually reaches the ground, impacting how we experience sunlight and energy throughout the day.
Practice Version
