But the strength of the greenhouse effect depends on the chemical composition of the atmosphere, because the phenomenon is due to the absorption of infra-red radiation by various gases in the air.

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That has led the Manomet Center for Conservation Sciences to say that the net effect on greenhouse gas emissions is higher.

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Add the fact that it has little or no effect on reducing greenhouse gases, and the case for something better becomes appealing.

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