Understanding Greenhouse Gases and Global Warming

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What are greenhouse gases and why are they significant to global warming?

Greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide, trap heat in the atmosphere, which contributes to global warming.

How do trees contribute to mitigating global warming?

Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the air, which helps reduce the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

What human activities contribute to the production of methane?

Human activities such as animal waste management, paddy-field farming, and operations at oil and gas rigs produce methane.

What is the greenhouse effect and how does it work?

<p>The greenhouse effect is the process where greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, allowing sunlight to enter but preventing some heat from escaping.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do fossil fuels play in global warming?

<p>Burning fossil fuels like oil and coal releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, which contributes to global warming.</p> Signup and view all the answers