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Why does the greenhouse effect cause warmer temperatures near the surface of earth?
The greenhouse gases are in the troposphere, that's the lowest layer of the atmosphere.
The sun's rays come in and warm the earth. The warm earth then radiates infrared heat, some of which is trapped by greenhouse gases in the lower atmosphere. These greenhouse gases (water vapor, carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide and CFCs) warm up. They in turn radiate their warmth and some of it goes down again and warms the earth's surface. The heat can continue going up and down like that.
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How much hotter is Earth because of the greenhouse effect?
The greenhouse effect makes Earth's surface temperature about 33°C (59.4°F) warmer than it would be without it. This effect is essential for maintaining temperatures on Earth that can support life.
What is the source of radiation for both earth's atmosphere and greenhouse?
The sun.
What is the name of the theory that states greenhouse gases are causing the earths surface temperature to get warmer?
The theory that states greenhouse gases are causing the Earth's surface temperature to rise is known as the greenhouse effect. This phenomenon occurs when gases such as carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor trap heat in the atmosphere, preventing it from escaping into space. As a result, this leads to an increase in global temperatures, contributing to climate change.
Why is the earth's crust getting warmer?
Right now, I would say Global Warming. The Greenhouse Effect is the main reason for increasing temperatures on the Earth presently.
Why does greenhouse effect result in warmer temperatures near the surface of the earth?
The greenhouse effect works by allowing some wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation to pass inwards (light for instance) and partially blocking other wavelengths passing outwards (infra-red or heat for instance). In a greenhouse the glass does this, with the earth there are certain gasses that are responsible, most notably water vapour and carbon dioxide.
Are cloudy nights usually warmer or colder than clear nights?
Cloudy nights are usually warmer than clear nights because clouds act as a blanket, trapping heat emitted from the Earth's surface. This phenomenon prevents heat from escaping into the atmosphere, resulting in higher temperatures during the night.
How is the greenhouse effect affecting earth's energy balance?
The greenhouse effect is causing an imbalance in Earth's energy budget by trapping excess heat in the atmosphere, leading to global warming. Increased levels of greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, are enhancing this effect and contributing to climate change by altering temperature patterns, weather systems, and sea levels.
The greenhouse effect is making the earth warmer colder or windier?
The greenhouse effect is making the Earth warmer overall. This however is not apparent to the casual local observer as the changing weather patterns resulting from the same overall warming may make some areas warmer, some colder, some wetter and some drier.
Does the greenhouse effect result from human activity?
Yes. Humans have been burning fossil fuels since the beginning of the Industrial Age (1750s). This releases long-held carbon dioxide that has been sequestered away for 300 thousand years. This extra greenhouse gas is changing the greenhouse effect into an enhanced greenhouse effect, which is getting warmer and warmer.
Do greenhouse gases lead to freezing temperatures at the south pole?
No. Greenhouse gases trap the sun's heat, so they lead to warmer temperatures all around the world, including at the south pole.
What is the meaning of Greenhouse in 'greenhouse effect'?
A greenhouse, or a glasshouse in a garden keeps the air inside warmer. Gardeners use greenhouses to grow fruit etc in cold climates. It gives its name to the greenhouse effect because greenhouse gases retain the sun's heat and keep the earth warm.
How would the atmosphere become a greenhouse?
The atmosphere becomes a greenhouse when certain gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, trap heat from the sun near the Earth's surface. This trapped heat leads to a warming effect, similar to how a greenhouse functions by trapping heat to create a warmer environment for plants to grow.
