Climate change: factors and effects

Climate change: factors and effects
Climate change is primarily driven by human activities such as burning fossil fuels. This releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. These gases trap heat and result in global warming. The effects of climate change are far-reaching. Sea levels are rising, endangering coastal communities. Extreme weather events like hurricanes and droughts are becoming more frequent and severe. Ecosystems are being disrupted, leading to loss of biodiversity. Agricultural yields are decreasing, impacting food security. It is imperative that we take urgent action to reduce our carbon footprint and mitigate the effects of climate change for the well-being of current and future generations.
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