1. Global Warming Group Member Names

2. What is Global Warming? Increase in Earth’s average temperature

3. What causes global warming? Increased concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide (a greenhouse gas)Increased concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide o increased carbon dioxide traps reflected heat from the sun = greenhouse effect Causes o Burning fossil fuels o Deforestation

4. What is the greenhouse effect? Solar energy passes through the atmosphere Earth’s surface heats up and radiates the heat Carbon dioxide in the atmosphere traps the heat

5. Data about extent of problem

6. Effects of Global Warming

7. Data on Impact Sea Levels

8. Ways to Reduce Global Warming Alternate energy sources o solar energy o wind energy o nuclear energy Use public transportation Car pool Use less electricity o turn off lights Plant trees

9. Work Cited Page Websites should be listed in MLA format