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What is climate change?

Climate change is the long-term alteration of temperature and typical weather patterns in a place. Climate change is caused by human activities, primarily the burning of fossil fuels, which release greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. Greenhouse gases trap heat from the sun, causing the planet to warm.

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What are the effects of climate change?

Climate change is having a wide range of negative effects on the planet, including:

* Rising sea levels: As the planet warms, the oceans expand and glaciers melt, causing sea levels to rise. This can lead to flooding, erosion, and other coastal hazards. * More extreme weather events: Climate change is making extreme weather events, such as hurricanes, floods, and droughts, more frequent and intense. These events can cause widespread damage and loss of life. * Changes in plant and animal life: Climate change is disrupting the habitats of plants and animals, causing some species to decline or even go extinct. * Impacts on human health: Climate change can also have a negative impact on human health, by increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses, respiratory problems, and other health conditions.

What can we do about climate change?

There are a number of things we can do to address climate change, including:

* Reducing our emissions of greenhouse gases: We can reduce our emissions of greenhouse gases by driving less, using less energy in our homes, and switching to renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power. * Investing in renewable energy: We can invest in renewable energy sources to help reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. * Protecting forests: Forests play a vital role in absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. We can protect forests by reducing deforestation and promoting sustainable forestry practices. * Adapting to climate change: We can also adapt to the effects of climate change by building sea walls to protect against flooding, developing drought-resistant crops, and investing in early warning systems for extreme weather events.

Climate Basics: Nothing to Fear

Climate Basics: Nothing to Fear is a comprehensive guide to the science of climate change. It provides a clear and concise explanation of the causes, effects, and potential solutions to this pressing global issue. Written by a team of leading climate scientists, Climate Basics is the essential resource for anyone who wants to understand climate change and what we can do to address it.

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