Question

countries around the world are trying to slow down or reverse the effects of climate change. based on what you know about the greenhouse effect, which of the following actions would be likely to slow the rise in earths average temperature?- reflect incoming sunlight back into space- add more $\text{n}_2$ and $\text{o}_2$ to the atmosphere- remove $\text{co}_2$ from the atmosphere- reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Explanation:

• Reflecting incoming sunlight reduces the amount of solar energy absorbed by Earth's surface, lowering overall heat input.
• $\text{N}_2$ and $\text{O}_2$ are not greenhouse gases, so adding them does not affect the greenhouse effect or temperature rise.
• $\text{CO}_2$ is a major greenhouse gas; removing it reduces the atmosphere's ability to trap heat.
• Reducing greenhouse gas emissions limits the buildup of heat-trapping gases, slowing temperature increase.

Answer:

• Correct options:

1. reflect incoming sunlight back into space
2. remove $\text{CO}_2$ from the atmosphere
3. reduce greenhouse gas emissions

• Incorrect option: add more $\text{N}_2$ and $\text{O}_2$ to the atmosphere