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The atmospheric greenhouse effect is produced mainly by the __________________?
A
Absorption and re-emission of visible light by the atmosphere
B
Absorption and re-emission of ultraviolet radiation by the atmosphere
C
Absorption and re-emission of infrared radiation by the atmosphere
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Absorption and re-emission of visible light by clouds
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Absorption and re-emission of visible light by the atmosphere
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Absorption and re-emission of ultraviolet radiation by the atmosphere
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Absorption and re-emission of infrared radiation by the atmosphere
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Absorption and re-emission of visible light by clouds
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