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, primarily caused by human activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases in Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, including carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O). They are essential for maintaining the planet's temperature but excessive amounts can lead to global warming.

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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 into space, thus warming the planet.

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What are the main sources of carbon dioxide emissions?

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The main sources of carbon dioxide emissions include burning fossil fuels for energy, deforestation, and industrial processes.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll, converting carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where all living organisms interact with each other and their environment.

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What is the impact of deforestation on climate change?

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Deforestation contributes to climate change by reducing the number of trees that can absorb carbon dioxide, leading to higher levels of CO2 in the atmosphere.

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What is global warming?

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Global warming refers to the long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature due to human activities, particularly the emission of greenhouse gases.

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What role do oceans play in climate change?

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Oceans absorb a significant amount of carbon dioxide and heat, helping to regulate the Earth's climate, but they can also become warmer and more acidic due to increased CO2 levels.

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What are the effects of climate change on weather patterns?

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Climate change can lead to more extreme weather events, such as increased frequency and intensity of storms, droughts, and floods.