Global Warming: A Growing Threat to Our Planet
--- Global Warming: A Growing Threat to Our Planet Global warming refers to the long-term rise in Earth's average surface temperature due to the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Primarily driven by human activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes, global warming poses a serious threat to the environment, economies, and human health across the globe. Causes of Global Warming The primary contributors to global warming are carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), and nitrous oxide (N₂O). These greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, leading to the "greenhouse effect." The largest source of CO₂ emissions is the burning of fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas for electricity, transportation, and industrial use. Agriculture also plays a significant role, particularly in the release of methane from livestock and rice paddies. Impacts of Global Warming The effects of glo...