Human Impact and Climate Change

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What is climate?

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Long-term weather conditions at a certain place.

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What is weather?

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The specific condition of the atmosphere at a particular place and time.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Gases that cause climate change.

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What is the main consequence of climate change?

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Stronger hurricanes, increased flooding, and frequent droughts.

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What has been the trend of atmospheric carbon dioxide levels since 1960?

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Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels have increased steadily since 1960.

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What is global warming?

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The long-term rise in Earth's average surface temperature due to human activities.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The process by which greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere.

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What human activities contribute to climate change?

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Burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes.

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What is deforestation?

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The clearing of trees from forested areas, often leading to habitat loss.

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What is an example of a renewable energy source?

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Solar energy, wind energy, or hydroelectric power.