Question

If the amount of heat energy received per unit area from the sun is measured on Earth, Mars and Jupiter, it will be:

• A. the same for all
• B. in decreasing order Jupiter, Mars, Earth
• C. in increasing order Jupiter, Mars, Earth
• D. in decreasing order Mars, Earth, Jupiter

Answer 1

The correct option is C in increasing order Jupiter, Mars, Earth

Amount of heat energy received will decrease as the distance increases.
Earth is nearest so it will receive maximum heat.
Jupiter is farthest so it will receive minimum heat.