Increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide directly affects which balance?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Heat balance
The governing concept is Earth’s radiation or heat balance. Carbon dioxide absorbs and re-emits outgoing longwave infrared radiation, so an increase can reduce the rate at which heat escapes to space and alter the energy balance of the climate system. Therefore option A is correct. Carbon dioxide does not directly control tectonic plate balance, ocean depth, or the Moon’s orbit, making B, C, and D unsuitable.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Heat balance
Why is this the correct answer?
The governing concept is Earth’s radiation or heat balance. Carbon dioxide absorbs and re-emits outgoing longwave infrared radiation, so an increase can reduce the rate at which heat escapes to space and alter the energy balance of the climate system. Therefore option A is correct. Carbon dioxide does not directly control tectonic plate balance, ocean depth, or the Moon’s orbit, making B, C, and D unsuitable.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Accountancy question. Chapter: Introduction to Accounting.
