Explanation of Option C as the Correct Answer:

The given question is related to the concept of Albedo. Albedo is the ratio of the reflected radiation from a surface to the incident radiation upon it. It is expressed in percentage and ranges from 0 to 100. The different options given in the question represent the albedo of different surfaces.

Option A: Snow-covered surface has an albedo of 80-95%. It means that 80-95% of the incident radiation is reflected back from the surface. Snow has a high albedo because it is white and reflects most of the light that falls on it.

Option B: Water has an albedo of 5-10%. It means that only 5-10% of the incident radiation is reflected back from the surface. Water has a low albedo because it is a dark surface and absorbs most of the light that falls on it.

Option C: Forest has an albedo of 10-15%. It means that 10-15% of the incident radiation is reflected back from the surface. Forests have a low to moderate albedo because the leaves of the trees absorb some of the light and reflect the remaining.

Option D: Desert has an albedo of 25-40%. It means that 25-40% of the incident radiation is reflected back from the surface. Deserts have a moderate to high albedo because the sand reflects most of the light that falls on it.

Therefore, the correct answer to the given question is option C, i.e., Forest has an albedo of 10-15%.