Global warming by qiuyan fang

Definition of global warming

qiuyanfang710 — 2023-10-25 23:56:43 UTC

Global warming is the long-term heating of Earth’s surface observed since the pre-industrial period (between 1850 and 1900) due to human activity.

Causes of global warming

qiuyanfang710 — 2023-10-25 23:57:05 UTC

deforestation is responsible for 15 percent of the greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. The increased demand for meat and dairy cattle has lead to the creation of feed lots in otherwise forested areas. Logging for wood and paper and clearing for crop production also requires trees to be cut, sometimes illegally. One mature tree absorbs as much as 48 pounds of carbon dioxide each year, and by one estimate, 3.5 to 7 billion are cut every year. According to Scientific American,
generating power,
Manufacturing goods, industry produce emissions, mostly from burning
Agricultural Activity
Industrial Activity

Effects of global warming

qiuyanfang710 — 2023-10-25 23:57:19 UTC

1.  Increased sea level: The melting of polar ice caps and glaciers contributes to rising sea levels, which can lead to coastal flooding and the loss of coastal land.

2.  Changed weather patterns: Global warming can cause shifts in weather patterns, leading to more frequent and severe weather events, such as heat waves, droughts, and storms.

3.  Decreased biodiversity: The changing climate can make some ecosystems inhospitable for certain species, leading to a decrease in biodiversity.

4.  Ocean acidification: The increased absorption of carbon dioxide into the ocean can cause the water to become more acidic, which can be harmful to marine life, especially organisms with calcium carbonate shells, such as corals and shellfish.

5.  Less freshwater: Global warming can lead to a decrease in freshwater resources, as glaciers and snowpack melt, causing rivers and lakes to dry up.

Overall, global warming is a significant environmental issue that requires collective action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate its effects.

Solution (government)

qiuyanfang710 — 2023-10-25 23:57:30 UTC

1-make new laws that forbid cutting down trees.

2-increase extent of punishment.

3- Formulate and enforce strict environmental regulations and policies to encourage the development of a low-carbon economy and renewable energy.

4- Provide environmental education and publicity campaigns to enhance public awareness and consciousness of global warming.

Solutions(individuals)

qiuyanfang710 — 2023-10-25 23:57:44 UTC

Leave the car at home ( drive electrical vehicles more）
Respect and protect green spaces
Eat less meat( beef, lamb) https://www.happycow.net/

global warming

2023-10-26 00:11:44 UTC

effects of global warming

2023-10-26 01:35:14 UTC

Disappearing glaciers, early snowmelt, and severe droughts will cause more dramatic water shortages and continue to increase the risk of wildfires in the American West.
Rising sea levels will lead to even more coastal flooding on the Eastern Seaboard, especially in Florida, and in other areas such as the Gulf of Mexico.
Forests, farms, and cities will face troublesome new pests, heat waves, heavy downpours, and increased flooding. All of these can damage or destroy agriculture and fisheries.
Disruption of habitats such as coral reefs and alpine meadows could drive many plant and animal species to extinction.
Allergies, asthma, and infectious disease outbreaks will become more common due to increased growth of pollen-producing ragweed, higher levels of air pollution, and the spread of conditions favorable to pathogens and mosquitoes.