Overview
The greenhouse effect is a crucial natural process that allows Earth to maintain a temperature suitable for life. It occurs when greenhouse gases in the atmosphere trap heat from the sun, preventing it from escaping back into space. While this effect is essential for sustaining life, human activitie...
Key Terms
Example: Carbon dioxide and methane are major greenhouse gases.
Example: Cars emit carbon dioxide when they burn gasoline.
Example: Methane is released from livestock digestion.
Example: Global warming leads to melting ice caps.
Example: Climate change can cause more extreme weather events.
Example: Solar radiation is essential for photosynthesis.
Related Topics
Climate Change
The long-term alteration of temperature and typical weather patterns in a place.
intermediateRenewable Energy
Energy from sources that are naturally replenished, such as solar and wind.
intermediateCarbon Footprint
The total amount of greenhouse gases produced directly and indirectly by an individual or organization.
intermediateKey Concepts
Greenhouse gasesSolar radiationHeat retentionClimate change