Which greenhouse gas is most commonly linked to fossil fuel burning and global warming?
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Correct answer: Carbon dioxide
Carbon dioxide is released in large quantities when fossil fuels are burned. Its accumulation in the atmosphere contributes to the enhanced greenhouse effect and global warming.
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