Greenhouse gases

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005028",
  "term": "Greenhouse gases",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Atmospheric gases that absorb and emit infrared radiation, trapping heat within the Earth's atmosphere and contributing to the greenhouse effect. These gases allow sunlight to pass through to the Earth's surface but prevent some of the outgoing thermal radiation from escaping into space. Common examples include carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, and water vapor, with their concentrations often measured in parts per million (ppm).",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 892 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/greenhouse-gases/"
}