Question

The gas absorbed by ocean water which can moderate a potential greenhouse effect is:

O2
CO2
He2
N2

Answer 1

Answer;

Carbon dioxide

The gas absorbed by ocean water which can moderate a potential greenhouse effect is carbon dioxide.

Explanation;

• Greenhouse effect is is a process that warms the Earth's surface. This is as a result of radiation and absorption of sun's energy by greenhouse gases.

• The ocean decrease the rate of accumulation of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere by absorbing carbon dioxide gas which is a green house gas.
• Oceans absorbs carbon dioxide from the atmosphere where the air meets the water. The turbulence and waves caused by wind makes water to absorb the carbon dioxide.

Answer 2

The gas absorbed by ocean water which can moderate a potential greenhouse effect is CO2 (Carbon Dioxide).