greenhouse gas
1 of 1noun/ˈgri:n.ˌhaʊs gæs/
Forms:greenhouse gases
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any type of gas, particularly carbon dioxide, that contributes to global warming by trapping heat
B1Learn more on Wikipedia- Carbon dioxide is a major greenhouse gas responsible for global warming.
- Methane is a potent greenhouse gas released from livestock.
- The use of fossil fuels contributes to greenhouse gas pollution.
- Scientists monitor greenhouse gas levels using satellite data.
- Policies aim to reduce the production of greenhouse gases globally.
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