Global warming climate change

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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 Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, including carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which greenhouse gases absorb and emit infrared radiation, warming the Earth's surface.

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What is carbon dioxide?

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a colorless gas produced by burning fossil fuels and is a major contributor to global warming.

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What role do trees play in combating global warming?

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Trees absorb carbon dioxide during photosynthesis, helping to reduce the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What is the planetary albedo?

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The planetary albedo is the measure of how much solar radiation is reflected back into space by the Earth's surface.

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What is methane?

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Methane (CH4) is a potent greenhouse gas that is released during the production and transport of coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Why is the increase of greenhouse gases a concern?

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The increase of greenhouse gases leads to climate change, which can cause extreme weather, rising sea levels, and loss of biodiversity.

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What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy sources?

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Renewable energy sources, like solar and wind, can be replenished naturally, while non-renewable sources, like coal and oil, are finite.

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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, largely driven by human activities.