Climate Change - Causes, Effects, & Solutions

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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.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases in the Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, including carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide.

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How does livestock farming contribute to climate change?

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Livestock farming contributes to climate change by producing methane, a potent greenhouse gas, during the digestion of food.

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What is the main human activity that releases greenhouse gases?

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The main human activity that releases greenhouse gases is burning fossil fuels for energy.

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What is methane?

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Methane is a greenhouse gas that is released during the decay of organic matter and from livestock digestion.

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What happens to atmospheric carbon dioxide levels since 1960?

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Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels have increased steadily since 1960.

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What is the effect of melting glaciers on sea levels?

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Melting glaciers cause sea levels to rise around the world.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in the Earth's atmosphere trap heat, keeping the planet warm.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, used as energy sources, including coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is the role of deforestation in climate change?

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Deforestation contributes to climate change by reducing the number of trees that can absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.