Global Climate Change

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What is climate?

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Average atmospheric conditions of a place over a long period of time, usually 30 years.

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How can the planting of new trees help reduce climate change?

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Trees take in carbon dioxide from the atmosphere during photosynthesis.

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Since when have global temperatures been increasing drastically?

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Since the industrial revolution.

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What is the probable cause of global warming?

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Increased greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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How do scientists determine CO2 levels from 800,000 years ago?

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Ice Cores.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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

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What role do oceans play in climate change?

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Oceans absorb carbon dioxide and heat, influencing global climate patterns.

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What is deforestation?

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The clearing of trees from forested areas, contributing to increased carbon dioxide levels.

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What is carbon footprint?

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The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted by an individual, organization, or product.