Frequently Asked Questions
What is equilibrium temperature?
It is the temperature a planet would reach as a simple blackbody, balancing absorbed starlight against radiated heat, before any atmosphere is considered.
Why is the real temperature often higher?
A greenhouse atmosphere traps heat and can lift the surface temperature well above the equilibrium value, as on Venus.
What is bond albedo?
Bond albedo is the fraction of all incoming starlight that a planet reflects back into space across every wavelength.
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