Question

Which of these sets lists the major greenhouse gases?

• A. Nitrous Oxide, Carbon Dioxide, and Methane
• B. Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon
• C. Nitrous Oxide, Oxygen, and Methane
• D. Nitrogen, Carbon Dioxide, and Methane

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Nitrous Oxide, Carbon Dioxide, and Methane

A greenhouse gas is a gas in an atmosphere that absorbs and emits radiant energy within the thermal infrared range. This process is the fundamental cause of the greenhouse effect. Nitrous Oxide, Carbon Dioxide, and Methane are the major gases which are responsible for this phenomena.