Global Warming

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases in Earth's atmosphere that trap heat. They include carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide.

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Why are greenhouse gases important for Earth?

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Greenhouse gases are important because they keep the Earth warm enough to support life by trapping heat from the Sun.

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What is global warming?

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Global warming is the long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature due to human activities, especially the burning of fossil fuels.

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What is the main cause of global warming?

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The main cause of global warming is the increase in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, primarily from burning fossil fuels.

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What happens when fossil fuels are burned?

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When fossil fuels are burned, they release carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

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How do greenhouse gases affect climate change?

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Greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, leading to changes in climate patterns, including more extreme weather.

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What is the relationship between carbon dioxide and temperature?

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As carbon dioxide concentrations increase, global temperatures tend to increase as well.

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What are some effects of global warming?

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Effects of global warming include rising sea levels, more frequent extreme weather events, and changes in ecosystems.

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How does global warming cause sea levels to rise?

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Global warming causes sea levels to rise by melting glaciers and ice caps, which adds more water to the oceans.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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