Global Climate Change!

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather can change anytime, climate is a particular weather pattern of a place.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The envelope of gases surrounding the earth or another planet.

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What is global warming?

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An increase in Earth’s average surface temperature.

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What is weather?

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Describes the conditions outside right now in a specific place.

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How long has Earth's average temperature been increasing?

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150 years.

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What are the main greenhouse gases?

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Carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), and water vapor.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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

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What are the consequences of climate change?

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Rising sea levels, extreme weather events, loss of biodiversity, and changes in agricultural productivity.

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What is carbon footprint?

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

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What role do forests play in climate regulation?

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Forests absorb CO2, helping to mitigate climate change and maintain the balance of the ecosystem.

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