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What is Global Warming? Increase in Earth’s average temperature
Data about extent of problem
What causes global warming? Increased concentration of atmospheric CO 2 As a result of: Burning fossil fuels Deforestation CO 2 traps sun’s reflected heat Result: greenhouse effect
What is the greenhouse effect?
Effects of Global Warming
Data on Impact Sea Levels
Ways to Reduce Global Warming Alternate energy sources solar energy wind energy nuclear energy Use public transportation Car pool Use less electricity turn off lights Plant trees
References United States Environmental Protection Agency. (September 8, 2009), Climate Change, Health and Environmental Effects. Retrieved October 16, 2009, Miller, K. R. and Levine, J. (2003) Biology. Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall. American Museum of Natural History. (N.D.) What is the Greenhouse Effect? Retrieved October 16, 2009, climate/make_terrarium/greenhouse.php?TB_ iframe=true&height=550&width=750