# The greenhouse effect and global warming

> The atmosphere does not only let insolation in. It also traps outgoing terrestrial radiation. That trap is the greenhouse effect. CAPS asks you to separate the natural greenhouse effect from the…

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### What will I learn in "The greenhouse effect and global warming"?

This section covers The greenhouse effect and global warming as part of The atmosphere in Grade 10 Geography. You'll find clear explanations, worked examples, and key definitions aligned to the CAPS curriculum.

### Is this section aligned with the CAPS curriculum?

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