Human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, are contributing to changes in the Earth's climate from "summary" of Earth System Science by Timothy Lenton
Human activities are having a significant impact on the Earth's climate. The burning of fossil fuels releases large amounts of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, which trap heat and contribute to global warming. Deforestation also plays a role in climate change, as trees absorb carbon dioxide from the air and help regulate the planet's temperature. These human-induced changes in the Earth's climate are leading to a variety of consequences. Rising global temperatures are causing polar ice caps and glaciers to melt, which is contributing to sea level rise. This poses a threat to coastal communities and ecosystems around the world. The in...
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