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What proof does the U.S. have that carbon dioxide levels have increased in the last 50 years?
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∙ 16y ago
We can measure the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Because carbon dioxide mixes well the measurement is about the same all over the world. Recently we have just reached 400 ppm (parts per million) or 0.04%.
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∙ 9y ago
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What do carbon dioxide and ozone and methane do to earth?
Carbon Dioxide is an important gas the plants need for Photosynthesis. It is also an important component of the air we breathe. Ozone, in the correct amounts in the atmosphere, protects the Earth from Ultraviolet and Gamma radiation from the Sun. At one time, many years ago, the ozone layer was thought to be disappearing but in the last few years it has begun to recover itself, possibly due the the decrease in use of chlorofluorocarbons - Freon in heating and refrigerating equipment around the world but there is no absolute proof of that. Methane is a flammable gas the is produce by the decomposition of organic matter. Landfills with large capacities emit extreme amounts of Methane. Natural gas is primarily made up of Methane and is used as a fuel all over the world. As a greenhouse gas it is twenty times more dangerous than carbon dioxide. Burning Methane gives off huge amounts of Carbon Dioxide that may be causing Global Warming.
What would the earth be without carbon dioxide?
If your just asking about carbon, carbon dioxide WOULD be destroyed. But that would not be our reason of death. In fact, everything living would die much faster than if only carbon dioxide disappeared. Our DNA is attached together with a carbon backbone and the individual chemical strands in it would separate. Imagine it like this; every cell in every living creature would instantly deteriorate and likely fall apart. This is why people say that everything living is carbon-based.
Does the burning of gas cause global warming?
Gasoline is a fossil fuel, so burning it releases carbon dioxide from millions of years go. This extra CO2 is too much for the carbon cycle to deal with, so the normal greenhouse effect becomes an accelerated greenhouse effect which is causing global warming.
What evidence supports that climate change is a result of natural change?
Global warming is worldwide global warming is heating are planet if we don't stop we could run out of fresh water and are cities are going to be flooded so stop polluting and save the earth its the only place we have got to live and I'm talking about planets not about houses because some people don't even have those so save the earth and recycle reduce reuse recycle :) We should use buses more often or transportation besides our cars that are public to decrease the amount of greenhouse gases we put into the air.
What are gasses that contribute to global warming?
None. Humans only account for less than 2% of all CO2 emissions into th atmosphere. The other 98-99% comes from nature itself such as dying plants and animals, Volcanoes, Weather, natural chemical reations and occurances, (such as methane swamps) and even weather. Lightning, for example, creates what is called Ozone, which is an unstable for of Oxygen (the gas we breathe) that is known to be dense enough to block some wavelengths of light (which started the whole "greenhouse effect" hoax). There is nothing humans that humans have done, are doing, or will ever do that can cause "global warming" or "climate change". More CO2 is released everyday in nature than we release in an entire year. So really, looking at a liberal approach, everything that emits CO2 (whether it being a combustion reaction or not) can theoretically cause "global warming". So technically even your farts are "killing the planet". However there isn't enough CO2 released to actually cause "global warming" (we actually have no real proof it is even happening). So really the answer is: there arent any.
Do most scientists agree that there is conclusive evidence that carbon dioxide drives climate?
Yes, 97% of peer-reviewed climate scientists agree that there is conclusive proof that carbon dioxide is causing global warming, which is driving climate change.
Is carbon fiber waterproof?
yes carbon fibre fire proof
How does silicon make a fabric waterproof?
Silicon is obtained by heating silica, or silicon dioxide with carbon or magnesium (or some reducing agent) in an electric furnace. And after that this mixture is coated on the object to make it water proof.
What harm does carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide do?
A very valid question, and I am quite surprised this has not been answered by a ture scientist. I hope there is one who will take my comments here & shred them with facts. I hear so much about attempts to lower carbon dioxide, but I don't think that's the real issue. I believe the real issue is carbon monoxide. I did a Google search on Photosynthesis, and here is one of the basic resulting pictures: Plants naturally convert carbon dioxide in the photosynthesis process. Other living organizms, such as algae, also contribute to this effect. Now, moving on to the real beast: Carbon Monoxide What causes Carbon monoxide by % (image from a Google search) According to a public broadcast, I watched a real scientist explain how carbon monoxide levels have been monitored since the 1950's. They monitored from Hawaii, and he was clear to mention that there was never a year that had a notable decrease in carbon monoxide levels. Even though I was able to locate charts indicating reduced levels of carbon monoxide (in certain local monitored areas) I would need to agree, there is no proof of ever having a reduced monoxide level in the past 60 years. The main speaker was quite informed, and I am sorry, I am unable to reference his name. He gave a great segment on the ocean, and its natural ability to absorb carbon monoxide. The waves, at the surface level would, at one time, would absorb the carbon monoxide from the atmosphere, and these solid molecular chains would fall down through the salty water to the ocean basin, where they would begin to decompose into their natural elements, or even returning to their original fuel states. The problem, as I remember from the speech, was that the upper levels of the ocean (say 5'-15') are saturated so much with carbon monoxide, that it acts like a protective barrier for the process to start. Much like oil resting on top of water ... as seen in Italian dressing. This layer is like a blanket that prevents the process of breaking down the carbon monoxide. The health effects: The saturation level of carbon monoxide is measured in "parts per million" (ppm)... or if 1,000,000 air parts were measured, how much of that would be carbon monoxide. On minor levels, it is relatively harmless, but as the levels increase, the bloodstream can become saturated, and much like the ocean, our red bloodcells have some troubles getting the natural air they need to breathe properly. Many health complications are caused when exposed to increased levels of carbon monoxide. Here are some effects of increased carbon monoxide levels: Carbon dioxide, in contrast, doesn't seem to be the main atmospheric harming agent to me. When I see gasoline companies on comercials saying "We're doing research to lower carbon dioxide levels" I wonder if they know what they are doing. Do they have a clue that what we should be concerned with as a consumer is the carbon monoxide levels. I'm thinking, hey, you know it sounds good, but what you're saying sounds like you're trying to pull the wool over everyone's eyes. As seen in the picture near the top 97.4% of the lethal carbon monoxide is from motor vehicles (From the fuel that the Gas company is making). But they show a fancy lab & one hell of a molecule & say, "We're doing what we can to reduce carbon dioxide". On a side note: One thing is certain, it is painfully obvious something is way out of balance. I personally believe this imbalance (caused by abuse, and possibly a misunderstanding between these two molecular chains) could also be the cause of the bees forsaking their hives. Bees are responsible for one out of every three bites that people consume. As their numbers plumet we could rapidly be nearing a global food epidemic. The physiology of a bee is much different than a humans, and as these monoxide levels continue to increase, we are aparently reaching a threshold where Earth's atmosphere is unsuitable for their existence. My best estimate, with a workforce of say, 10-12million people it would take well over 40 years to begin reversing the process. I do believe it is possible to cure the oceans, and reverse the process, but the damage has happened on a scale of 2/3 the Earth's surface 15' deep. Somehow the 50,000,000 Tons of carbon monoxide need to be reduced. I don't think the petrol company's efforts to reduce carbon dioxide will fix the problem with carbon monoxide in time. John Grund xp_lionheart@yahoo.com P.S. Please include Carbon Monoxide in the subject line, if you chose to reply to me directly. Thank you.
Is this a buffer CO3?
CO3 or cabon trioxide is a molecule which could theoretically exist, although I don't think there's any proof it exists. (Last time I mentioned it to my chemistry teacher she said "carbon trioxide my foot!".) It consists of a carbon covalently double bonded to an oxygen, and the other oxygens each bonded to the carbon and eachother. PS: I've just looked on a website and apparently it does exist as the unstable product of reactions between carbon dioxide (CO2) and atomic oxygen (O)! a buffer would have to be something that is stable. CO3 is an unstable product of reactions between carbon dioxide and atomic oxygen
Is global warming with us?
There is scientific proof that global warming is happening in the world in 2014. One factor is the burning of fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas) in industry, transport and the generation of electricity, which releases carbon dioxide (CO2). Another is deforestation.
Is polystyrene soundproof?
No. There is really no one material that is sound proof. Many materials can reduce sound levels, but reducing sound is not what you might think of when you hear sound proof.
What do carbon dioxide and ozone and methane do to earth?
Carbon Dioxide is an important gas the plants need for Photosynthesis. It is also an important component of the air we breathe. Ozone, in the correct amounts in the atmosphere, protects the Earth from Ultraviolet and Gamma radiation from the Sun. At one time, many years ago, the ozone layer was thought to be disappearing but in the last few years it has begun to recover itself, possibly due the the decrease in use of chlorofluorocarbons - Freon in heating and refrigerating equipment around the world but there is no absolute proof of that. Methane is a flammable gas the is produce by the decomposition of organic matter. Landfills with large capacities emit extreme amounts of Methane. Natural gas is primarily made up of Methane and is used as a fuel all over the world. As a greenhouse gas it is twenty times more dangerous than carbon dioxide. Burning Methane gives off huge amounts of Carbon Dioxide that may be causing Global Warming.
What would the earth be without carbon dioxide?
If your just asking about carbon, carbon dioxide WOULD be destroyed. But that would not be our reason of death. In fact, everything living would die much faster than if only carbon dioxide disappeared. Our DNA is attached together with a carbon backbone and the individual chemical strands in it would separate. Imagine it like this; every cell in every living creature would instantly deteriorate and likely fall apart. This is why people say that everything living is carbon-based.
Can carbon nanotubes be used to make bullet proof armor?
This technology is being explored as an option for body armor, but there are no body armor products using carbon nanotubes as yet.
Does the burning of gas cause global warming?
Gasoline is a fossil fuel, so burning it releases carbon dioxide from millions of years go. This extra CO2 is too much for the carbon cycle to deal with, so the normal greenhouse effect becomes an accelerated greenhouse effect which is causing global warming.
What are the levels of suspicion?
no suspicion, mere suspicion (hunch), reasonable suspicion, probable cause, proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
