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A: Global warming is a term used to describe a gradual increase in the earth's average ground and atmospheric temperatures in the whole world.

  1. As the earth grows warmer, malaria-carrying mosquitoes will reach further north and south spreading the disease.
  2. Warmer oceans will mean stronger hurricanes and tornadoes. Damage to countries and cities.
  3. Thawing of the permafrost in the sub-arctic regions will release huge amounts of carbon dioxide and methane gas, which is a 20 times more dangerous greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide.
  4. Droughts and heat waves will be common and water will become in very short supply. There may be wars fought over water, as large rivers flow through several countries.
  5. The developed food supplies of countries will be wiped out, as the land becomes too dry for the crops. Cattle and sheep won't have pasture to survive. The price of food will go up and many people won't be able to live.
  6. Economic cost of treating diseases, rebuilding cities after hurricanes, providing water for drinking and sewage disposal will do a lot of damage to the world's economies.
  7. Polar icecaps melting bring four problems:
  • Sea levels will rise from land-based ice melting (sea ice is already in the water so it won't raise the sea level if it melts). There are over five and a half million cubic miles of ice, glaciers and frozen snow. If this all melted at once, sea levels would rise by 230 feet, swamping many countries. Luckily nobody thinks this will happen all at once.
  • All that ice is fresh water, so if it melts it will desalinate the oceans. This may change the patterns of the ocean currents that will seriously affect the climate.
  • Warmer temperatures in the polar regions will cause serious problems to animal life, which may not be able to adapt to the new conditions.
  • At present the ice caps form an enormous white surface which reflects a lot of heat back away from the land. If the ice goes, then the dark land below will absorb heat more easily, speeding up the global warming process.

Sea levels are rising. This is because the oceans are warming, and warm water expands. Melting glaciers and ice caps also help the rise. This will cause problems to places like London and New Orleans who have storm barrages to guard against high tide and storm surges.

The melting of ice from the Arctic and a resultant rise in the sea level of the oceans.

The potential results of temperature change can affect populations in many areas of the world. The main outcomes could be:

  • Melting of sea ice can cause flooding from an increase in worldwide sea levels.
  • Changes in global weather patterns can create stronger storms.
  • Changes in wind currents that affect precipitation can increase the length and severity of droughts.

Coral reefs

The extreme temperatures experienced in early 2016 have meant that nearly all the most northerly coral reefs in the Australian Great Barrier Reef have bleached. This does not mean that all these corals will die, and it is hoped that many of them will revive during the Southern Hemisphere winter months. However, it is a clear warning that temperatures anticipated by the middle of the present century can be expected to destroy most of this natural wonder.
Although the question as to the importance of global warming is quite sophisticated, I will briefly explain the gist of its significance here.

Global warming causes an increase in temperatures in the world. Most places will experience a hotter climate. This generally affects the habitat, ecosystem, ocean water levels, etc. In other words, a little increase in temperature would have a disastrous effect for residents living near/on coastal regions. This would mean flooding as sea levels rise. This will also affect the organisms that survive in particular places as they are affected by temperature/pH range, resulting in possible extinction.

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What will global warming do to the earth and how will it effect the antarctic from way over here?

Global warming will lead to rising sea levels, more frequent extreme weather events, and disruption of ecosystems. In Antarctica, the warming is causing ice to melt faster, leading to sea level rise globally. Melting ice also affects local wildlife such as penguins and seals, disrupting their habitats and food sources.


How do humans contribute to climate change not including global warming?

Humans contribute to climate change in various ways beyond global warming, such as through deforestation, which reduces carbon storage capacity; air pollution from fossil fuel combustion, which can impact cloud formation and precipitation patterns; and land-use changes, which alter local climate conditions and ecosystems. These impacts collectively affect the Earth's climate system in multiple ways beyond just an increase in temperature.


What are the objectives in studying global warming?

explain the greenhouse effect and greenhouse gasses on Earth.describe how and how often climate change occurs and how we know climate has changed in the past.recognize the methods used to study climate change.understand what scientists do know about past and future climate change and what is still uncertain.explain the political and scientific debate behind global warming.explain how and why climate change occurs (both natural and human induced).describe how you and society can react to the problems of global warming and what you can do to lessen your emissions.distinguish the difference between local and global climate and temperature change.state the purpose of the Kyoto treaty and the U.S.'s relationship with the treaty.describe the U.S. reaction to climate change over the last two decades.


Where do most heatwaves occur?

Heatwaves occur most frequently in regions with high temperatures and dry conditions, such as deserts, tropical climates, and urban areas with high levels of concrete and asphalt that retain heat. These regions typically experience regular heatwaves due to the combination of local climate patterns and global warming effects.


Can you see global warming?

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How do you spread awareness of global warming among local people?

First you try to understand the harmful effects of global warming. Then go to peoples house in your locality and show some percentage of global warming in their house. Then explain them its harmful effects. Then try to tell them how to prevent it. Make posters and stick it on walls. Take out a rally with your friends.


Is global warming local or worldwide?

Global means world-wide. Some local weather is cold, but globally, the world over, we are warming.


Why do some scientists believe global warming is a threat world wide?

Because it is GLOBAL, not local warming.


Is global warming national local?

National


How do local actions have global effects?

Local actions have global effects as people pollute the environment it effects the ozone layer and many other problems.


Is global warming ever going to happen?

Global warming is already happening, although local fluctuations in weather can tend to mask the fact for casual observers. World leaders are now trying to halt the process before it is too late.A:The effects of global warming, or climate change, has already been occurring for the past few decades. So yes, it has already taken place and we are currently living and experiencing it.


Why do animals kill from global warming?

Global warming may change local climate and natural balance in some parts of the earth. Some animals can not survive the change in their environment. Animals will not kill as a response to global warming. Animals kills for food or territorial reasons.


What can you do to stop global warming and climate change?

you can stop local warming by becoming more echo freindly.So recycle more and stay green.


How do people manage global warming?

People manage global warming by reducing their carbon footprint through actions such as using renewable energy sources, cutting down on meat consumption, carpooling or using public transport, and supporting policies to reduce carbon emissions. Additionally, efforts such as planting trees, promoting sustainable practices, and advocating for climate action at local, national, and international levels are all important in managing and mitigating the effects of global warming.


Is there any positive effect of global warming on the economy?

There might be some small temporary local effect, but the answer is probably no.


Why were millions of trees planted in Mexico City?

To improve the local environment and as part of the struggle against global warming.


Why doesn't California make tourism illegal since it contributes to global warming?

Tourism contributes to global warming, yes, but if the tourists stayed at home, they would still be contributing to global warming by using electricity, transport, heating, and all the other ways we contribute to global warming. Tourism helps the local economy, which is why is still legal. When all travel is banned (except from renewable energy) many tourists will have to stay at home.