Terrestrial Radiation

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Terrestrial Radiation

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The total infrared radiation emitted from the earth's surface; to be carefully distinguished from effective terrestrial radiation, atmospheric radiation (which is sometimes erroneously used as a synonym for terrestrial radiation), and insolation. Also called earth radiation, eradiation. </dd>

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

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