Question

greenhouse gases are best described as ________. a. the result of fossil fuel use b. gases that cause the greenhouse effect c. carbon dioxide and methane d. gases that trap energy from the sun in earths atmosphere please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

Greenhouse gases are defined as gases that trap heat (energy from the sun) in Earth's atmosphere, causing the greenhouse - effect. Option a is too narrow as not all greenhouse gases are from fossil - fuel use. Option c only lists two of many greenhouse gases. Option b is a result of what greenhouse gases do, but the most fundamental description is that they trap solar energy in the atmosphere.

Answer:

D. gases that trap energy from the sun in Earth's atmosphere