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What effects does burning fossil fuels have on the atmosphere? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)

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increases levels of gases that retain the sun's heat
increases levels of gases that retain the sun's heat

increases air quality in areas far away from power plants
increases air quality in areas far away from power plants

increases levels of particulate matter
increases levels of particulate matter

increases the availability of sulfur dioxide for plants
increases the availability of sulfur dioxide for plants

increases ozone levels in the upper atmosphere
increases ozone levels in the upper atmosphere

1 answer

The two correct answers regarding the effects of burning fossil fuels on the atmosphere are:

  1. increases levels of gases that retain the sun's heat
  2. increases levels of particulate matter

Burning fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, which contribute to the greenhouse effect, and it also releases particulate matter that can impact air quality and health.