GLOBAL WARMING
Global warming is the long-term increase in Earth's average temperature due to human activities,
especially the release of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide (CO2).
CAUSES OF GLOBAL WARMING
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Burning Fossil Fuels: Using coal, oil, and natural gas for energy and transportation releases CO2.
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Deforestation: Cutting down forests reduces the number of trees that can absorb CO2.
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Industrial Processes: Factories and industries emit greenhouse gases.
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Agriculture: Livestock produce methane, and fertilizers release nitrous oxide.
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Waste Management: Landfills release methane as waste decomposes.
EFFECT OF GLOBAL WARMING
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Rising Temperatures: Hotter weather and more frequent heatwaves.
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Melting Ice Caps and Glaciers: Ice in polar regions melts, raising sea levels.
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Rising Sea Levels: Higher sea levels cause coastal flooding and erosion.
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Extreme Weather: More severe storms, hurricanes, droughts, and heavy rain.
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Impact on Wildlife: Habitats are disrupted, leading to loss of species.
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Agricultural Problems: Changing weather affects crop growth and food supply.
MITIGATION AND ADAPTATION TO GLOBAL WARMING
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Renewable Energy: Using solar, wind, and other clean energy sources.
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Energy Efficiency: Using less energy in homes, cars, and industries.
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Planting Trees: Trees absorb CO2 from the air.
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Sustainable Farming: Farming in ways that reduce emissions and capture carbon.
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Laws and Agreements: International efforts like the Paris Agreement to cut emissions.
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Education and Awareness: Teaching people about global warming and how to help.