The process of the buildup of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere that acts like the glass on a greenhouse and causes the average temperature of the earth to rise is called:
A) global warming
B) depletion of the ozone layer
C) toxic waste
D) climate change

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The buildup of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, which acts like a greenhouse and causes the average temperature of the earth to rise, is specifically known as global warming. Depletion of the ozone layer, toxic waste, and climate change are related to environmental issues but do not refer specifically to the process of carbon dioxide buildup and temperature increase.

The Process of the Buildup of Carbon Dioxide in the Atmosphere