Climate Change and Global Warming

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What is a greenhouse gas?

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A gas that causes the atmosphere to get warmer.

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What has been the trend of atmospheric carbon dioxide levels since 1960?

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Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels have increased steadily since 1960.

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Which two greenhouse gases contribute the most to global warming?

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CO₂ (carbon dioxide) and CH₄ (methane).

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How do trees help combat global warming?

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Trees soak up carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The warming of the atmosphere by the trapping of heat being radiated to space.

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What human activity significantly increases greenhouse gas emissions?

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Burning fossil fuels for energy.

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What is the main source of carbon dioxide emissions?

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The combustion of fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What role do oceans play in climate change?

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Oceans absorb carbon dioxide and heat, affecting global temperatures.

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What is deforestation?

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The clearing of trees, which contributes to increased carbon dioxide levels.

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What is the impact of global warming on polar ice caps?

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Global warming causes polar ice caps to melt, leading to rising sea levels.