Carbon dioxide and water molecules in the atmosphere will absorb
A)infrared light.
B)visible light.
C)ultraviolet light.
D)radio waves.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Carbon dioxide and water molecules in the atmosphere are part of the greenhouse effect, which means they absorb and trap heat from the sun. This is done through the absorption of infrared energy, which is a type of electromagnetic radiation with longer wavelengths than visible light. Therefore, the correct answer is (A) infrared light.

Carbon Dioxide and Water Molecules in the Atmosphere Will Absorb