Q. The atmosphere around earth is warmed because
A) Warm air cannot escape, as in a greenhouse
B) Molecules in the atmosphere are warmed by radiation from earth and retain that heat
C) Fossil fuels release heat
D) Plants release $CO_{2}$
Explanation
The atmosphere around earth is warmed because molecules in the atmosphere are warmed by radiation from earth and retain that heat
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.