Understanding Climate Part 1: Orbital Variations and the Sun

Understanding Climate Part 1: Orbital Variations and the Sun

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Physics, Science, Geography, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explores the relationship between ecology and climate, emphasizing the distinction between climate and weather. It delves into natural climate change factors, such as Earth's orbital variations and solar influences, and explains how these factors have historically impacted climate. The tutorial also discusses the role of greenhouse gases in current climate trends, highlighting that recent warming cannot be attributed to natural factors alone.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Discuss the impact of human-induced climate change compared to natural climate change.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What are the implications of orbital changes on Earth's climate over thousands of years?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What evidence suggests that current global warming is not due to solar activity?

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3 mins • 1 pt

How do greenhouse gases contribute to climate change?

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