Which of the following pairs of gases is mainly responsible for green house effect?

Carbon dioxide and methane

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Ozone and ammonia

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Oxygen and nitrogen

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Nitrogen and sulphur dioxide

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Solution

The correct option is A Carbon dioxide and methane
The greenhouse effect is a naturally occurring phenomenon that is responsible for heating of Earth’s surface and atmosphere. Carbon-dioxide and methane are commonly known as greenhouse gases. Increase in the level of greenhouse gases has led to the heating of the Earth's atmosphere leading to global warming.

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