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 are greenhouse gases?

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

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How do greenhouse gases affect temperature?

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Greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, leading to an increase in global temperatures.

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What is the relationship between CO2 emissions and global temperatures?

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As CO2 emissions increase, global temperatures tend to increase as well.

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What is one major cause of global warming?

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Burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas is a major cause of global warming.

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How does global warming affect sea levels?

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Global warming causes sea levels to rise primarily by melting glaciers and ice caps.

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What type of storms are predicted to become more intense due to global warming?

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Hurricanes are predicted to become more intense as global warming continues.

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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 role do forests play in combating global warming?

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Forests absorb CO2 from the atmosphere, helping to reduce the amount of greenhouse gases.

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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, often linked to global warming.