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A History of Global Climate Change

Question 2 • SC332 Environmental Science B

Which of the following is not a theory supporting global warming?

Answer
A
It is predicted that the average temperature will rise 1.4° C or more over the next 100 years.
B
Human activity has increased greenhouse gases.
C
Over the last 100 years the earth has warmed by 0.74° C
D
Carbon dioxide is an insignificant greenhouse gas.

Explanation

Carbon dioxide is a significant greenhouse gas because it absorbs and traps heat in the atmosphere. Saying that it is insignificant does not support global warming; it contradicts a key explanation for it. The other statements describe evidence or predictions associated with global warming.

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