As shown in the above cartoon plot, infrared radiation is bouncing off of _______________ in the atmosphere of a planet.
A) atoms
B) molecules
C) ions
D) None of the other choices are correct.

Question

As shown in the above cartoon plot, infrared radiation is bouncing off of _______________ in the atmosphere of a planet.
A) atoms 
B) molecules 
C) ions 
D) None of the other choices are correct.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Infrared radiation interacts with the vibrations of molecules, causing them to absorb and emit infrared radiation. Therefore, it is molecules that infrared radiation is bouncing off of in the atmosphere of a planet.

As Shown in the Above Cartoon Plot, Infrared Radiation Is