Climate Change

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What is the current trend of carbon dioxide (CO2) levels in the atmosphere?

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The amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere is increasing.

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What are some human solutions for limiting global warming and climate change?

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Possible solutions include reducing fossil fuel use, increasing renewable energy sources, improving energy efficiency, and reforestation.

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Which human activity contributes the most carbon dioxide to the atmosphere?

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Burning fossil fuels is the primary human activity contributing to carbon dioxide emissions.

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What are some environmental changes caused by climate change?

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Climate change has altered weather patterns, increased sea levels, and affected biodiversity.

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What is the main greenhouse gas responsible for climate change?

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) is the main greenhouse gas responsible for climate change.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, leading to a warming effect.

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Name two renewable energy sources that can help reduce carbon emissions.

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Solar energy and wind energy are two renewable sources that can help reduce carbon emissions.

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What role do forests play in combating climate change?

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Forests absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, acting as carbon sinks and helping to mitigate climate change.

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How does burning fossil fuels contribute to climate change?

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Burning fossil fuels releases large amounts of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, enhancing the greenhouse effect.

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What is the significance of the Paris Agreement in relation to climate change?

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The Paris Agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius and to pursue efforts to limit the temperature increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

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