Why is it useful to study water vapour and carbon dioxide together in atmospheric composition?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Both are linked with heat balance and the greenhouse effect
The governing concept is the atmospheric heat budget and the greenhouse effect. Water vapour and carbon dioxide absorb and re-emit part of the outgoing terrestrial infrared radiation, helping regulate near-surface temperature. Their sources, lifetimes and feedbacks differ, but both are important for understanding climate. Therefore option A is correct; they are not restricted to the lithosphere, permanent in exactly the same way, or causes of ocean tides.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Both are linked with heat balance and the greenhouse effect
Why is this the correct answer?
The governing concept is the atmospheric heat budget and the greenhouse effect. Water vapour and carbon dioxide absorb and re-emit part of the outgoing terrestrial infrared radiation, helping regulate near-surface temperature. Their sources, lifetimes and feedbacks differ, but both are important for understanding climate. Therefore option A is correct; they are not restricted to the lithosphere, permanent in exactly the same way, or causes of ocean tides.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Accountancy question. Chapter: Theory Base of Accounting.
