Question

scientists are concerned about the impact of the ever increasing amount of carbon dioxide released into earths atmosphere. what two outcomes are most likely if the amount of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere is not reduced? a there will be an increase in the temperature of the earths surface. b there will be a decrease in the temperature of the earths surface. c there will be an increase in the temperature of the oceans. d there will be a decrease in the temperature of the oceans. e there will be no measurable impact on the earth.

Explanation:

Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that traps heat in Earth's atmosphere. Higher atmospheric CO₂ increases the greenhouse effect, raising Earth's surface temperature. Oceans absorb excess atmospheric heat, so they will also warm as atmospheric temperatures rise. Options B, D, and E contradict established climate science.

Answer:

A. There will be an increase in the temperature of the Earth's surface.
C. There will be an increase in the temperature of the oceans.