Why Should we be Concerned about Global Warming?
Global Warming is happening now at an accelerated rate which has an direct impact on us and we are one of the major reasons why its accelerating.
Causes of Global WarmingGlobal Warming is thought to be caused by an increase in the Greenhouse Gasses in in the Atmosphere which trap in heat in the atmosphere which leads to increased temperature throughout the globe.
Causes
Burning of Fossil Fuels
Respiration in Animals
Decomposition of Organic Matter in Landfill
Cattle Farming, Deforestation, Production, etc
Agricultural and Industrial Activities
Cars, Factories,
Power Plants, etc.
Water Vapour
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Effects of Global WarmingGlobal Warming has a variety of effects all over the world.
Effects
Destroys Underwater
Ocean Currents
Land Falls Below Sea
Level Many Species of Fish Die Out
Sea Levels Rise
Glacial Ice Melting
Warmer Oceans and
Seas
Salinity Declines
Hurricanes Become a lot
More Frequent
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Viewpoints on Global Warming
Developing Countries (LEDCs)
• They want per Capita to be the spec for Emission cut down as this is much larger in MEDCs
• They are exempt from the Kyoto Protocol
• They are a lot less aware of Global Warming
• The majority believe that Global Warming is not a cause of Human Activity with the exception of Latin America.
Developed Countries (MEDCs)
• They want to be based on Total Emissions
• All MEDCs apart from the US are in the Kyoto Protocol
• Most people are aware of Global Warming
• Opinions on Global Warming as an affect of human activity is divided among the public
MEDCs and LEDCs have different augments on who should be responsible for cutting down Emissions. Also the public of different countries have different views on causes for Global Warming and some are not even aware of it.
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