How does the burning of fossil fuels contribute to climate change? a by increasing the soot and ash in the atmosphere b by increasing the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere c by reducing the amount of fuel available for transportation d by directly giving off heat which is immediately causing the earth to warm up.

The burning of fossil fuels primarily contributes to climate change by increasing the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. When fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas are burned, carbon dioxide is released into the air as a byproduct. This increases the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, which acts as a greenhouse gas. Greenhouse gases trap heat, causing the Earth's temperature to rise and leading to global warming and climate change. So, the correct answer is b by increasing the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.