Why is carbon dioxide climatically important despite its small amount?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: It absorbs outgoing longwave radiation and strengthens the greenhouse effect
Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas, so its climatic influence is not determined only by its percentage. It absorbs part of the outgoing longwave radiation emitted by Earth’s surface and re-radiates energy, helping retain heat in the lower atmosphere. Therefore option D is correct. Nitrogen is most abundant, while condensation nuclei are usually particles such as dust or salt.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
It absorbs outgoing longwave radiation and strengthens the greenhouse effect
Why is this the correct answer?
Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas, so its climatic influence is not determined only by its percentage. It absorbs part of the outgoing longwave radiation emitted by Earth’s surface and re-radiates energy, helping retain heat in the lower atmosphere. Therefore option D is correct. Nitrogen is most abundant, while condensation nuclei are usually particles such as dust or salt.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Accountancy question. Chapter: Trial Balance and Rectification of Errors.
