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What does climate change describe in common usage?
Climate change describes global warming - the ongoing increase in global average temperature and its effects on Earth's climate system.
What does climate change in a broader sense include?
Climate change in a broader sense includes previous long-term changes to Earth's climate.
What is the primary cause of the current rise in global average temperature?
The current rise in global average temperature is primarily caused by humans burning fossil fuels.
What are some human activities that contribute to increasing greenhouse gases?
Fossil fuel use, deforestation, and some agricultural and industrial practices contribute to increasing greenhouse gases.
What are some impacts of climate change on the environment?
Some impacts of climate change on the environment include expanding deserts, increasing heat waves and wildfires, melting permafrost, glacial retreat, and sea ice loss.
Test your knowledge on climate change and its impact on Earth's climate system. Explore the causes, effects, and long-term changes associated with global warming. Find out how human activities, such as burning fossil fuels, contribute to this pressing issue.
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