Surface Energy Balance

Surface Energy Balance refers to the way energy is exchanged at the Earth's surface. It involves four main components: incoming solar radiation warms the surface, while some of that energy is reflected back; part of the energy is used to heat the ground and air, and some is transferred to the atmosphere through processes like evaporation and heat conduction. The balance between these inputs and outputs determines the temperature and climate of the surface. Understanding this balance helps us study weather patterns, climate change, and how ecosystems function.