Which increases the amount of thermal energy on Earth according to scientists? (1 point)

Question

Responses

An increase in greenhouse gases has trapped heat.
An increase in greenhouse gases has trapped heat.

The sun has grown brighter.
The sun has grown brighter.

More heat from Earth’s core is being conducted to the surface.
More heat from Earth’s core is being conducted to the surface.

There is more convection occurring on Earth.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

An increase in greenhouse gases has trapped heat.

This is the primary factor that scientists attribute to the increase in thermal energy on Earth, as greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and methane absorb and re-radiate heat energy, leading to a warming effect.