The greenhouse effect is
A) due to destruction of the ozone layer which has increased our exposure to sunlight.
B) caused by plant life and photosynthesis.
C) due to atmospheric gases trapping and radiating heat back to Earth.
D) due to the acidification of the oceans.
E) not affected by human activities.

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The greenhouse effect is caused by atmospheric gases like carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor trapping and radiating heat back to Earth, which keeps our planet warmer than it would otherwise be. This effect is strengthened by human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, which release more greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

The Greenhouse Effect Is