Which of the following gases are mainly responsible for the atmospheric greenhouse effect in the earth's atmosphere?
A) oxygen and nitrogen
B) nitrogen and carbon dioxide
C) ozone and oxygen
D) water vapor and carbon dioxide

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

While oxygen, nitrogen, and ozone do play a role in the atmosphere, they are not the main gases responsible for the greenhouse effect. The greenhouse effect is caused by the trapping of heat in the atmosphere by certain gases, primarily water vapor and carbon dioxide. Therefore, option D is the best choice.

Which of the Following Gases Are Mainly Responsible for the Atmospheric