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What mainly produces the atmospheric greenhouse effect?

Correct answer D. Absorption and re-emission of infrared radiation by the atmosphere

Explanation

Greenhouse gases such as water vapour and carbon dioxide absorb infrared radiation emitted by the warm ground and re-emit it, some back towards the surface, keeping Earth warmer.

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