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What happens to infrared radiation released by the Earth if there is an increased level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere? (1 point) O It is converted to solar energy. O It is converted to carbon dioxide. O It escapes and cools the atmosphere. O It is absorbed and heats the atmosphere.​

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Answer: It is absorbed and heats the atmosphere.​

Step-by-step explanation: it's absorbed and emitted back toward Earth's surface.

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