Based solely on an understanding of the greenhouse effect (as displayed in the figure), which one of the following statements is true?

a. We do not yet understand the greenhouse effect well enough to make predictions about how it affects our planet.
b. Global warming poses a grave threat to our future.
c. We should expect an increase in the greenhouse gas concentration to lead to global warming.
d. Humans are causing global warming.


Answer : c. We should expect an increase in the greenhouse gas concentration to lead to global warming.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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