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Essay / Global warming or greenhouse effect - 1886
Global warming, also known as the greenhouse effect, is the constant increase in temperature on earth that is primarily caused by gases and/or chemicals. Across society, the issue of global warming has received a lot of attention. Throughout history, there has been a lot of scientific evidence that has helped prove global warming. Most of the evidence is based on the effects of rising temperatures. One of the main pieces of evidence is the increase in global temperature. “The 20 warmest years have occurred since 1981 and the 10 warmest years have occurred in the last 12 years” (“Climate Change: How Do We Know?” 1). Increasing temperature will harm the Earth's atmosphere, allowing it to absorb more harmful gases and other pollutants. Not only does this damage the atmosphere, but also the Earth's surface. This will cause excessive heat to the surface and it may crack, split, and in some cases melt depending on the location. Other evidence includes the decline of Arctic ice and glaciers. “The extent and thickness of Arctic sea ice have declined rapidly in recent decades” (“Climate Change: How Do We Know?” 2). The location, mass, and size of these features pose major problems for oceans and other large bodies of water. The increase in temperature, causing them to melt, will cause sea levels to rise significantly. Rising sea levels will cause flooding in various areas. Scientists also use ocean acidity to prove global warming. “Since the start of the industrial revolution, the acidity of ocean surface waters has increased by 30%” (“Climate Change: How Do We Know?” 2). Warming temperature, making the atmosphere more absorbent, as well as water bodies, increases carbon dioxide...... middle of paper ......fects-global-warming.html>. “Solutions against global warming: Reduce emissions.” http://www.ucusa.org. Union of Concerned Scientists, September 5, 2013. Web. May 12, 2014. .Ketcham, Sandra. “What are the main causes of global warming? » http://greenliving.lovetoknow.com. Lovetoknow Green Living: Advice You Can Trust, and Web. May 12, 2014. .Michelle, Meg. “Long- and Short-Term Effects of Global Warming.” http://education.seattlepi.com. SeattlePi, and Web. May 12, 2014. .Vardiman, Larry, Ph.D. “A New Theory of Climate Change.” http://www.icr.org. Institute for Creative Research, nd Web. May 12 2014. .