Which gas helps trap Earth's heat?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Carbon dioxide
Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that absorbs part of the outgoing infrared radiation released by Earth’s surface and atmosphere. This absorption and re-emission help retain heat and warm the lower atmosphere. Water vapour also has a greenhouse effect, but carbon dioxide is the intended answer in this basic question. Nitrogen and argon do not significantly trap infrared heat.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Carbon dioxide
Why is this the correct answer?
Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that absorbs part of the outgoing infrared radiation released by Earth’s surface and atmosphere. This absorption and re-emission help retain heat and warm the lower atmosphere. Water vapour also has a greenhouse effect, but carbon dioxide is the intended answer in this basic question. Nitrogen and argon do not significantly trap infrared heat.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Accountancy question. Chapter: Theory Base of Accounting. Topic: Covers GAAP.
