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What is the greenhouse effect?
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The greenhouse effect is the trapping of the sun's warmth in Earth's lower atmosphere due to the presence of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor.
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How do human activities contribute to climate change?
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Human activities contribute to climate change primarily by burning fossil fuels, which releases carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.
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What are the effects of global warming?
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Global warming causes rising sea levels, melting glaciers, more extreme weather events, and shifts in ecosystems and biodiversity.
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What is carbon footprint?
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A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide and methane, that are emitted into the atmosphere by an individual's activities.
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How does deforestation affect the environment?
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Deforestation leads to the loss of biodiversity, disrupts water cycles, and contributes to increased levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
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What is the role of renewable energy in combating climate change?
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Renewable energy sources like wind, solar, and hydroelectric power generate electricity without emitting greenhouse gases, helping to reduce climate change.
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Why is the Arctic region sensitive to climate change?
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The Arctic is sensitive to climate change because it is warming at an accelerated rate, leading to melting ice and snow which decreases albedo and accelerates warming.
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What are some impacts of ocean acidification?
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Ocean acidification affects marine life by reducing the availability of calcium carbonate, essential for coral and shellfish to build their skeletons and shells.
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How does climate change impact agriculture?
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Climate change impacts agriculture by altering precipitation patterns, increasing temperatures, and causing more frequent extreme weather events, affecting crop yields.
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What are some ways individuals can reduce their environmental impact?
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Individuals can reduce their environmental impact by conserving energy, using public transportation, recycling, and choosing sustainable products.
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What is the significance of the Paris Agreement?
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The Paris Agreement is a global framework adopted in 2015 to limit global warming to below 2°C and pursue efforts to limit it to 1.5°C.
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How does urbanization impact the environment?
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Urbanization impacts the environment by increasing pollution, straining water resources, and contributing to habitat destruction.
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What is biodiversity loss, and how is it linked to human activity?
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Biodiversity loss is the decline in the variety of life in an ecosystem due to habitat destruction, pollution, climate change, and overexploitation, often caused by human activities.
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How does plastic pollution affect marine life?
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Plastic pollution can lead to ingestion and entanglement of marine animals, causing injury or death, and introduces toxins into the marine food web.
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Why is sustainable development important?
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Sustainable development meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, balancing economic growth, environmental protection, and social equity.
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