Greenhouse Effect Flashcards
Greenhouse effect
Gradual warming of the earths atmosphere and surface resulting when heat radiated from the earths surface is absorbed and re-radiated.
Greenhouse warming
Average temperatures are rising in atmosphere due to concentration of greenhouse gases.
Global warming
Earths average temperatures are increasing.
Greenhouse effect
Natural phenomenon. Good for environment at certain amount.
Evidence global warming is occurring.
16 hottest years since 2000. Glacier ice melting significantly. CO2 on rise.
Detrimental effects of global climate change.
Rise in sea levels. Severe weather events. Diseases become more prevalent.
What natural variables can affect climate change.
Plant productivity. Oceans can absorb CO2.