Climate change causes and impacts

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What is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for climate change?

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) is the primary greenhouse gas contributing to the enhanced greenhouse effect.

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What are the potential impacts of rising global temperatures?

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Rising global temperatures can lead to more extreme weather events, such as hurricanes, droughts, and floods.

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How does climate change affect agriculture?

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Climate change can cause shifts in growing areas, affecting where certain crops can be successfully cultivated.

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What is climate variability?

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Climate variability refers to long-term shifts in climate patterns, such as changes in precipitation and temperature over decades.

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Why is it important to distinguish between weather and climate?

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Distinguishing between weather and climate is crucial to understand long-term changes in the Earth's climate system.

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What role does methane play in climate change?

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Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to the greenhouse effect, although it is present in smaller quantities than CO2.

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What are some consequences of increased greenhouse gas emissions?

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Increased greenhouse gas emissions can lead to global warming, rising sea levels, and more frequent extreme weather events.

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How does deforestation contribute to climate change?

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Deforestation reduces the number of trees that can absorb CO2, increasing the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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

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What is the significance of the Paris Agreement?

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The Paris Agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.

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