The recent increase in atmospheric CO₂ concentration is mainly a result of an increase in A) primary productivity. B) the biosphere's biomass. C) the absorption of infrared radiation escaping from Earth. D) the burning of fossil fuels and wood. E) cellular respiration by the exploding human population.

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The burning of fossil fuels (such as coal, oil, and natural gas) and wood releases CO2, which in turn contributes to an increase in atmospheric CO2 concentration. COS (carbonyl sulfide) is also sometimes released during the burning of fossil fuels, contributing to the increase in atmospheric COS.

The Recent Increase in Atmospheric CO2 Concentration Is Mainly a Result

The Recent Increase in Atmospheric CO₂ Concentration Is Mainly a Result