Which of the following describes how the atmospheric greenhouse effect is mainly produced?
A) Gases in the atmosphere absorb and re-emit ultraviolet radiation.
B) Clouds absorb and re-emit visible light.
C) Gases in the atmosphere absorb and re-emit infrared radiation.
D) Gases in the atmosphere absorb and re-emit visible light.
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