Burning of fossil fuels causes increased amounts of carbon dioxide in atmosphere and what isthe name of the harmful effect caused due to this?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Greenhouse effect.
· The greenhouse effect is the harmful consequence of the increased amounts of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases, such as methane and water vapor, in the atmosphere due to the burning of fossil fuels. These gases trap heat from the sun, preventing it from escaping back into space, which leads to the warming of the Earth's surface and atmosphere, contributing to global warming and climate change.
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· Fossil Fuels: Burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas releases significant amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect.
· Global warming: The result of the greenhouse effect, where the Earth’s average temperature increases, leading to climate change, melting ice caps, and rising sea levels.
· Carbon dioxide (CO₂): A major greenhouse gas that is primarily responsible for the enhanced greenhouse effect due to human activities such as burning fossil fuels.