Tag: greenhouse effect
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Greenhouse effect
Greenhouse effect The greenhouse effect is a natural process that occurs when certain gases in the Earth’s atmosphere, known as greenhouse gases, trap heat from the sun. These gases allow sunlight to enter the atmosphere and reach the Earth’s surface. However, they also absorb and re-radiate infrared radiation emitted by the Earth, trapping heat in…
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Global warming
Global warming Global warming refers to the long-term increase in Earth’s average surface temperature due to human activities, primarily due to the release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. These gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, trap heat from the sun as a greenhouse effect, leading to a gradual rise in temperatures worldwide. This…
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Deforestation
Deforestation Deforestation is the deliberate clearing of forested areas. Throughout history and continuing into modern times, forests have been cleared for various purposes, including agriculture, livestock grazing, and the extraction of wood for fuel, manufacturing, and construction. This widespread practice has led to significant alterations in landscapes across the globe, impacting ecosystems, destroying biodiversity habitats,…
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Climate Change
Climate Change Climate change refers to the long-term variations observed in weather conditions due to the warming of the Earth’s atmosphere. These variations include changes in temperature, precipitation, wind patterns and other aspects of the climate system. Although natural processes, such as the solar cycle or massive volcanic eruptions, can contribute to these changes, human…