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The gas absorbed by ocean water which can moderate a potential greenhouse effect is:

O2

CO2

He2

N2

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The gas absorbed by ocean water which can moderate a potential greenhouse effect is CO2 (Carbon Dioxide). 

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Carbon dioxide

The gas absorbed by ocean water which can moderate a potential greenhouse effect is carbon dioxide.

Explanation;

  • Greenhouse effect is is a process that warms the Earth's surface. This is as a result of radiation and absorption of sun's energy by greenhouse gases.
  • The ocean decrease the rate of accumulation of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere by absorbing carbon dioxide gas which is a green house gas.
  • Oceans absorbs carbon dioxide from the atmosphere where the air meets the water. The turbulence and waves caused by wind makes water to absorb the carbon dioxide.

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