Select all of the answers that make the following statement true: "Atmospheric water vapor is especially vital because
A) it absorbs and stores heat energy from the Sun."
B) along with carbon dioxide, it is an important component of the greenhouse effect."
C) it moderates temperature and transports energy over the entire Earth."
D) it reflects a large amount of energy from the Sun that would overheat the Earth."
E) it helps minimize the effects of gasses that cause the greenhouse effect."

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Atmospheric water vapor plays a vital role in moderating temperature and transporting energy throughout the Earth's atmosphere, similar to the way it acts as a greenhouse gas alongside carbon dioxide. Additionally, it also absorbs and stores heat energy from the Sun, contributing to the overall warming of the planet. Therefore, choices A, B, and C are all correct statements. Choices D and E are incorrect because atmospheric water vapor does not reflect a significant amount of energy from the Sun nor minimize the effects of greenhouse gases.

Select All of the Answers That Make the Following Statement