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Which of the following gases has the longest atmospheric lifetime?
AMethane
BCarbon Dioxide
CWater Vapor
DNitrous Oxide
✓ Correct Answer: B — Carbon Dioxide
Carbon dioxide stays in the atmosphere for hundreds to thousands of years, much longer than methane (about 12 years).
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