How does volcanic activity affect the global climate?
A. The atmospheric circulation patterns are altered by gases and solids released into the stratosphere.
B. Gases and minerals released into the atmosphere limit solar energy, lowering global temperature.
C. The atmosphere turns dark as a result of volcanic gases blocking out the sun. D. Rain is caused by gases and minerals that are released into the atmosphere.
A. The atmospheric circulation patterns are altered by gases and solids released into the stratosphere.
B. Gases and minerals released into the atmosphere limit solar energy, lowering global temperature.
C. The atmosphere turns dark as a result of volcanic gases blocking out the sun. D. Rain is caused by gases and minerals that are released into the atmosphere.
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Answer:
B. Gases and minerals released into the atmosphere limit solar energy, lowering global temperature
Explanation:
Volcanic eruptions of this magnitude can impact global climate, it reduces the amount of solar radiation reaching the Earth's surface it aslo lowering temperatures in the troposphere, and changing atmospheric circulation patterns.