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Which of the following is the most significant contributor to the greenhouse effect after CO2?
AArgon
BMethane (CH4)
COxygen
DHelium
✓ Correct Answer: B — Methane (CH4)
Methane is a potent greenhouse gas with a global warming potential much higher than carbon dioxide over a short period.
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