Counterradiation

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Counterradiation

The downward flux of atmospheric radiation passing through a given level surface, usually taken as the earth's surface. Also called back radiation.
This result of infrared (long-wave) absorption and reemission by the atmosphere is the principal factor in the greenhouse effect.

References

This article is based on NASA's Dictionary of Technical Terms for Aerospace Use