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The earth reflects .......... energy into atmosphere.

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light

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heat

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hydro

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wind

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Solution

The correct option is B heat
Heat radiations from the sun are absorbed by the earth's surface and are reflected in the atmosphere which is the cause of the greenhouse effect.

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