Climate Change

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What is climate change?

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Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time. While climate change is a natural phenomenon, human activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels, have accelerated these changes.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases in Earth's atmosphere that trap heat. They include carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), and water vapor.

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Which gas is NOT considered a greenhouse gas?

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Nitrogen (N2) is not considered a greenhouse gas.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, preventing it from escaping back into space, thus warming the planet.

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What is El Niño?

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El Niño is a climate pattern characterized by the warming of ocean surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, which can disrupt normal weather patterns.

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What are some effects of global warming?

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Effects of global warming include rising sea levels, increased frequency of extreme weather events, changes in precipitation patterns, and impacts on ecosystems and biodiversity.

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What role do fossil fuels play in climate change?

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Fossil fuels, when burned, release carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect and global warming.

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What is the significance of water vapor in the context of climate change?

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Water vapor is a potent greenhouse gas that amplifies the effects of other greenhouse gases. Its concentration in the atmosphere increases with rising temperatures.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns over a significant period.

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What is a pylon in the context of climate change?

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A pylon is a tall structure used to support overhead power lines, which can be affected by climate change through extreme weather events.

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