Which increases the amount of thermal energy on Earth according to scientists? A. An increase in greenhouse gases has trapped heat. B. The sun has grown brighter. C. More heat from Earth's core is being conducted to the surface. D. There is more convection occurring on Earth.

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Which increases the amount of thermal energy on Earth according to scientists?  A.   An increase in greenhouse gases has trapped heat.  B. The sun has grown brighter.  C. More heat from Earth's core is being conducted to the surface.  D. There is more convection occurring on Earth.

GPT-4o mini · Answer

The most widely accepted explanation among scientists for the increase in thermal energy on Earth is:

A. An increase in greenhouse gases has trapped heat.

This option reflects the scientific consensus that the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, primarily due to human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, has led to an enhanced greenhouse effect, trapping more heat and contributing to global warming.