Question

The greenhouse effect is because of the

• A. presence of gases, which in general are strong infrared absorbers, in the atmosphere.
• B. presence of \( \text{CO}_2 \) only in the atmosphere.
• C. presence of \( \text{O}_3 \) and \( \text{CH}_4 \) in the atmosphere.
• D. \( \text{N}_2 O \) and chlorofluorohydrocarbons in the atmosphere.

Hint:

The greenhouse effect occurs when gases in the atmosphere trap heat by absorbing and emitting infrared radiation.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A