The trapping of solar radiation in Earth's lower atmosphere
A) is entirely anthropogenic.
B) is called the greenhouse effect.
C) has no benefits.
D) began with humans' use of fossil fuels.
E) began with humans' use of fossil fuels and has no benefits.

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The trapping of solar radiation in Earth's lower atmosphere is called the greenhouse effect. It is not entirely anthropogenic (caused by human activity) as it occurs naturally in Earth's atmosphere. Additionally, the greenhouse effect has benefits such as keeping the Earth's temperature warm enough to support life. It did not begin solely with human use of fossil fuels, but human activities have contributed to an increase in greenhouse gas concentrations and intensified the greenhouse effect.

The Trapping of Solar Radiation in Earth's Lower Atmosphere