Despite its small quantity, carbon dioxide strongly affects climate due to which property?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: It absorbs longwave thermal radiation
The governing concept is the greenhouse effect and Earth’s radiation balance. The surface emits energy mainly as outgoing longwave infrared radiation, and carbon dioxide absorbs part of this radiation and re-emits energy in the atmosphere. This reduces the rate at which heat escapes to space and influences climate, even at a small concentration. Option C is correct; CO2 does not bind nitrogen, block all visible light, or turn dust into oxygen.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
It absorbs longwave thermal radiation
Why is this the correct answer?
The governing concept is the greenhouse effect and Earth’s radiation balance. The surface emits energy mainly as outgoing longwave infrared radiation, and carbon dioxide absorbs part of this radiation and re-emits energy in the atmosphere. This reduces the rate at which heat escapes to space and influences climate, even at a small concentration. Option C is correct; CO2 does not bind nitrogen, block all visible light, or turn dust into oxygen.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Accountancy question. Chapter: Theory Base of Accounting. Topic: Covers GAAP.
