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What type of radiation is trapped on the Earth's surface by the general house effect?

A

UV rays

B

Gamma rays

C

X-rays

D

IR rays

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Carbon dioxide and other green house gases act like a blanket, absorbing Infra-red (IR) rays and preventing it from escaping Into outer space. It phenomena provide Earth the require amount of warmness necessary for plant growth and multiple living activities.
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