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What are some global events happening due to the effect of global warming?
Heat waves, wildfires, floods, drought
What are the consequences of Earth's atmosphere becoming overloaded with carbon dioxide?
Climate disruption with disastrous consequences
What are some of the effects living things will face if Earth significantly becomes warmer?
Farmland becoming too hot and dry, polar glaciers melting, water levels rising, coastal regions being submerged
How are scientists responding to climate change?
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What are some public health threats due to climate change?
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What is the role of ocean currents in transferring heat to the atmosphere?
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What happens when winds cause warm waters along the coast to move deep out to sea?
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Why is upwelling important for ocean temperatures?
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What happens during El Niño when the winds that cause upwelling fail to blow?
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What is the greenhouse effect and how is it related to Earth's atmosphere?
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What is the frequency of occurrence of El Niño?
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