The Recent Increase in Atmospheric CO₂ Levels Is Mainly a Result

question 53

Multiple Choice

The recent increase in atmospheric CO₂ levels is mainly a result of an increase in

• A) gross primary productivity.
• B) the biomass of the biosphere.
• C) the absorption of infrared radiation escaping from Earth.
• D) cellular respiration by the exploding human population.
• E) the burning of fossil fuels and wood.

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