Climate Change

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What is climate?

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Climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area, typically measured over 30 years.

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What is weather?

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Weather describes the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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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 role does carbon dioxide (CO2) play in climate change?

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Carbon dioxide traps heat in the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect and leading to global warming.

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What are volcanic eruptions?

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Volcanic eruptions are geological events where magma from beneath the Earth's crust escapes to the surface, often releasing ash, gases, and lava.

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How do explosive volcanoes affect climate?

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Explosive volcanoes can cool the climate by ejecting large amounts of ash and gases into the atmosphere, which block sunlight.

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What is El Niño?

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El Niño is a climate pattern characterized by the warming of ocean surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, affecting global weather patterns.

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What is the difference between short-term and long-term climate change?

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Short-term climate change refers to temporary changes in weather patterns, while long-term climate change involves significant shifts in climate over extended periods.

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What is the impact of increased CO2 levels on global temperatures?

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As CO2 levels increase, global temperatures tend to rise due to enhanced greenhouse effect.

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What is sulfur dioxide (SO2)?

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Sulfur dioxide is a gas produced by volcanic eruptions and industrial processes, which can contribute to acid rain and climate cooling.