C. an increase in global temperature
An increase in the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere is most likely to result in an increase in global temperatures, as these gases trap heat and contribute to the greenhouse effect.
Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat within the Earth's atmosphere. What would be the most likely result of an increase in the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?
A.
a decrease in global rainfall
B.
a reduction in global ocean circulation
C.
an increase in global temperature
D.
a change in global wind patterns
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