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    The Earth's Atmosphere Is Mainly Heated by
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The Earth's Atmosphere Is Mainly Heated by

Question 12

Question 12

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The earth's atmosphere is mainly heated by


A) visible light radiated by the sun.
B) infrared light radiated by the sun.
C) infrared light radiated by the earth.
D) hot exhaust gases from burning fossil fuels.

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