The Atmospheric Greenhouse Effect Is Due Primarily to the Fact

question 15

Multiple Choice

The atmospheric greenhouse effect is due primarily to the fact that ___.

• A) oxygen and ozone absorb ultraviolet radiation
• B) nitrogen and oxygen transmit visible radiation
• C) cloud formation releases latent heat energy
• D) carbon dioxide and water vapor absorb infrared radiation

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