Why are trace gases like methane included in climate studies?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because they can have a strong greenhouse effect despite being present in small amounts
The climatic importance of a gas is not determined only by its percentage in air. Methane can absorb outgoing infrared radiation and therefore contribute to the greenhouse effect even though its concentration is much lower than nitrogen or oxygen. Option D is correct. The other options describe effects unrelated to methane’s atmospheric role.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because they can have a strong greenhouse effect despite being present in small amounts
Why is this the correct answer?
The climatic importance of a gas is not determined only by its percentage in air. Methane can absorb outgoing infrared radiation and therefore contribute to the greenhouse effect even though its concentration is much lower than nitrogen or oxygen. Option D is correct. The other options describe effects unrelated to methane’s atmospheric role.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Accountancy question. Chapter: Theory Base of Accounting.
