The phenomenon causing the greenhouse effect is that ________ in the lower atmosphere selectively absorb(s) reradiated ________ radiation.
A. Ozone; visible light
B. Hydrocarbons; very short wavelength
C. Carbon dioxide; ultraviolet
D. Carbon dioxide, methane, and other gases; infrared (heat)
E. Carbon dioxide, methane, and other gases; insolation
Answer: D
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