The primary cause of global warming since the Industrial Revolution is understood to be ________.
A) chemical reactions in the atmosphere that are driven by solar heat
B) increased burning of fossil fuels
C) increased levels of atmospheric pollution
D) depletion of the ozone layer

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The burning of fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide and methane, which contribute to the warming of the planet. This has been the primary cause of global warming since the Industrial Revolution, when human activities began to significantly increase the use of fossil fuels.

The Primary Cause of Global Warming Since the Industrial Revolution