An element's atomic number is the
a. weight of the atom.
b. mass of the atom.
c. number of protons in an atom's nucleus.
d. sum of the protons and neutrons in an atom

Which of these statements best explains how the hydrosphere interacts with the atmosphere to affect global climate? mountains block rain clouds and cause changes in global rainfall and evaporation. humans burn fossil fuels to produce greenhouse gases which cause global warming. humans cut down trees which affects the amount of oxygen in different parts of the globe. greenhouse gases, like carbon dioxide, dissolve in oceans and prevent global warming.