The atmospheric greenhouse effect is produced mainly by the __________________?

Options:

• A. Absorption and re-emission of visible light by the atmosphere
• B. Absorption and re-emission of ultraviolet radiation by the atmosphere
• C. Absorption and re-emission of infrared radiation by the atmosphere
• D. Absorption and re-emission of visible light by clouds

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C. Absorption and re-emission of infrared radiation by the atmosphere