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Question
Name the constituent gases of atmosphere which scientists consider responsible for climate change.
Solution
Carbon dioxide and ozone are responsible for climate change, as carbon dioxide absorbs heat from sun and by radiation from the earth; ozone absorbs extremely hot ultra-violet rays controlling the ideal temperature conditions on the earth.
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