The Earth's Atmosphere Is Mainly Heated by

question 12

Multiple Choice

The earth's atmosphere is mainly heated by

• A) visible light radiated by the sun.
• B) infrared light radiated by the sun.
• C) infrared light radiated by the earth.
• D) hot exhaust gases from burning fossil fuels.

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