What Is A Global Warming Trend?
The term "global warming trend" describes the long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature over decades or longer. It is mainly caused by the release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, primarily due to human activities such as burning fossil fuels.
Global warming is often associated with climate change, which refers to broader shifts in global or regional climate patterns. Climate change encompasses both warming trends as well as changes in precipitation, sea levels, and other climatic variables.
The primary greenhouse gas driving global warming is carbon dioxide (CO2). When fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas are burned, they release significant amounts of CO2 into the atmosphere. Deforestation and certain agricultural practices also contribute to CO2 emissions.
Other greenhouse gases include methane (CH4) from agriculture and landfills, nitrous oxide (N2O) from fertilizers and industrial processes, and fluorinated gases from industrial processes and refrigeration.
Global warming trends have been observed since the mid-20th century, with the rate of warming accelerating in recent decades. The effects of global warming include rising sea levels, more frequent and severe weather events, changes in ecosystems, and threats to human health and food security.
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