Question
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Which best explains the impact on global climate of a massive volcanic eruption?
Select all that apply.
• It can have a cooling effect as it releases aerosol particles that block sunlight from Earth's atmosphere.
• It can have a warming effect given that volcanic eruptions release Earth's natural internal heat into the atmosphere.
• It can have a warming effect by trapping heat in Earth's atmosphere due to the emission of greenhouse gases.
• It can have a neutral effect as volcanic have no effect on climate change.
Answer
• It can have a cooling effect as it releases aerosol particles that block sunlight from Earth's atmosphere.
• It can have a warming effect given that volcanic eruptions release Earth's natural internal heat into the atmosphere.
• It can have a warming effect by trapping heat in Earth's atmosphere due to the emission of greenhouse gases.