Gases that trap heat within the earth's atmosphere and can thus contribute to global warming are known as ______ gases.
A)polluting
B)greenhouse
C)noxious
D) All of the above.
E) None of the above.

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The gases that trap heat in the earth's atmosphere and contribute to global warming are referred to as greenhouse gases. These gases, including carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor, create a greenhouse effect by trapping heat from the sun and warming the planet. "Polluting" and "noxious" are not specific terms for these gases and do not accurately describe their effect on the environment.

Gases That Trap Heat Within the Earth's Atmosphere and Can