Do the Bond Vibrations of N₂ and O₂ Molecules in the Atmosphere

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Essay

Do the bond vibrations of N₂ and O₂ molecules in the atmosphere result in the absorption and emission of infrared radiation, thereby contributing to the greenhouse effect? Explain why or why not.

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A unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI), equal to 1000 grams.

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A measurement of distance in the metric system that equals 1,000 meters, frequently used to gauge the space between different geographic points.