Conceptual illustration showing the causes & results of the greenhouse effect. The build-up of certain gases in Earth's atmosphere traps an increased amount of solar radiation & leads to a gradual warming of the whole planet. The greenhouse gases include carbon dioxide,methane,nitrous oxide & chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). They are generated by industry,the burning of fossil fuels,increased modern agricultural methods & deforestation. Global warming is expected to cause massive changes in weather patterns & a rise in sea level (due to the melting of polar ice) which could flood coastal cities & plains | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Bensusen, Sally |
Bildgröße: | 3780 px × 4782 px |
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