What Is the "Greenhouse Effect" as Applied to Earth's Atmosphere

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Essay

What is the "greenhouse effect" as applied to Earth's atmosphere? How is Earth similar and different than a greenhouse?

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Definitions:

Enabling Statutes

Laws passed by legislatures that grant certain powers or establish specific governmental bodies or agencies.

Accounting Commission

An accounting commission typically refers to a regulatory body or group tasked with overseeing accounting practices and standards.

Hybrid Rule Making

A type of rule making that combines features of formal and informal rule making; consists of publication in the Federal Register, a written-comment period, and an informal public hearing with restricted cross-examination.

Commissioners

Officials charged with the administration of certain laws and regulations, often within a specific governmental agency or commission.