On the average, how much of the Sun's energy that is intercepted by Earth is absorbed by the atmosphere and clouds?

20%
30%
40%
50%


20%

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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____________________ contributes to the greenhouse effect by destroying plants that store carbon dioxide

Fill in the blanks with correct word

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