Greenhouse Gases Sources
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Question (English)
Which of the following is a source contributing to global warming?
- Planting trees
- Burning of coal and petroleum products ✓ Correct
- Using solar energy
- Wind power generation
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Burning of coal and petroleum products (sources of CO₂, methane, nitrous oxide, ozone) contributes to global warming.
Key Points:
- Other contributors: deforestation, methane from animal waste, increased cattle production.
- Greenhouse gases absorb heat and warm the planet's surface.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A: Tree planting absorbs CO₂.
- C, D: These are clean energy sources.
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