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Which gas in the atmosphere absorbs heat radiated by the earth?

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Oxygen

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Carbon dioxide

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Nitrogen

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Argon

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Solution

The correct option is B Carbon dioxide
Carbon dioxide absorbs the heat radiated by the Earth.

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