Global Warming

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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, primarily the emission of greenhouse gases.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is a natural process where certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, keeping the planet warm enough to support life.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, including carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), and fluorinated gases.

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What is the primary human activity contributing to global warming?

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The primary human activity contributing to global warming is burning fossil fuels for energy, which releases large amounts of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases.

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Which greenhouse gas has the greatest impact on global warming?

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) has the greatest impact on human-caused global warming.

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How does deforestation contribute to global warming?

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Deforestation contributes to global warming by reducing the number of trees that can absorb CO2, leading to higher concentrations of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What role do oceans play in global warming?

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Oceans absorb a significant amount of CO2 and heat, but as they warm, their ability to absorb CO2 decreases, exacerbating global warming.

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What is the difference between climate change and global warming?

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Global warming refers specifically to the increase in Earth's average temperature, while climate change encompasses broader changes in climate patterns, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What are some effects of global warming?

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Effects of global warming include rising sea levels, more frequent and severe weather events, loss of biodiversity, and changes in agricultural productivity.

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What is the significance of the Paris Agreement?

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The Paris Agreement is an international treaty aimed at limiting global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, with efforts to limit the temperature increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius.