Even Though the Martian Atmosphere Is Composed Almost Completely of the Greenhouse

question 42

Multiple Choice

Even though the Martian atmosphere is composed almost completely of the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide, its surface is much colder than the Earth because its

• A) atmosphere is much thinner
• B) surface does not radiate any infrared radiation
• C) atmosphere contains equal amounts of gases which neutralize the greenhouse effect
• D) polar caps are much larger than on the Earth

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Definitions:

COGS

The specific costs tied to manufacturing goods that a business sells.