Which one of the following is not correct about atmosphere of the Earth ?

Options

A. Blanket of the air prevents the sudden Increase in temperature during the day light hours
B. Air helps in slowing down the escape of heat into outer space
C. Air, a good conductor of heat helps In maintaining the average temperature
D. The major component of air is carbon dioxide which Is used by plants

Answer

B

Explanation

Firstly, Air is a bad conductor of heat and therefore does not help In maintaining average temperature. The majority of the energy is reabsorbed by the greenhouse gases such as methane, nitrous oxide, ozone, carbon dioxide and water vapour.
These gases constantly emit the Sun.s energy back into the atmosphere and keep the Earth a habitable temperature.