Nitrous oxide,hydrocarbons and greenhouse

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In summary, the conversation discusses the relationship between greenhouse gases and the increase in their number in the atmosphere. It is uncertain how much atmospheric heating is caused solely by the rise in gas molecules, as there are other factors to consider such as the volume of the atmosphere and the effects of gravity.
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greenhouse and increase in number of gas molecules in atmosphere

How much atmospheric heating is due just to the fact that as the number of gas molecules increases (through human activity) the temperature of a fixed volume rises?
 
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No one knows (i dare to say). I am not sure that increasing # of molecules alone will automatically increase temperature in real atmosphere,ie, cannot treat it as fixed volume.
 
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Probably none! the number of gas molecules in the atmosphere is more-or-less the same with or without human activity, and also the atmosphere cannot be treated as a fixed volume.
 
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Gravity limits how much the atmosphere can expand so there would be a limit to how much the volume could change.
 
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Gravity limits how much the atmosphere can expand so there would be a limit to how much the volume could change.

how does that happen?
 
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You are right - it wouldn't.
 

1. What is nitrous oxide?

Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, is a colorless and odorless gas that is commonly used as an anesthetic in medical procedures and as a propellant in whipped cream canisters.

2. How do hydrocarbons contribute to greenhouse gas emissions?

Hydrocarbons, which are compounds made up of hydrogen and carbon atoms, can contribute to greenhouse gas emissions when they are burned or released into the atmosphere. This is because they trap heat from the sun, causing the Earth's temperature to rise.

3. What are some sources of greenhouse gases?

Greenhouse gases can come from a variety of sources, including natural processes such as volcanic eruptions and decomposition, as well as human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation.

4. How does nitrous oxide impact the environment?

Nitrous oxide is a potent greenhouse gas and contributes to global warming. It also plays a role in the destruction of the ozone layer and can have negative impacts on human health and the environment.

5. What is being done to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from hydrocarbons?

Efforts are being made to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from hydrocarbons through various means such as promoting the use of renewable energy sources, implementing stricter regulations on emissions from industries, and improving energy efficiency in buildings and transportation.

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