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The document discusses global warming and climate change, highlighting the causes, effects, and broader impacts on human adaptation and social change. It identifies greenhouse gas emissions from human activities as primary contributors to rising temperatures, leading to severe weather, water and food shortages, and health risks. Additionally, it emphasizes the need for climate-resilient infrastructure and policies to address the challenges posed by these environmental changes.

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The document discusses global warming and climate change, highlighting the causes, effects, and broader impacts on human adaptation and social change. It identifies greenhouse gas emissions from human activities as primary contributors to rising temperatures, leading to severe weather, water and food shortages, and health risks. Additionally, it emphasizes the need for climate-resilient infrastructure and policies to address the challenges posed by these environmental changes.

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New Challenges to Human Adaptation and Social Change


I. Global Warming
Global warming occurs when carbon dioxide (CO₂) and other air pollutants build
up in the atmosphere, where they absorb sunlight and solar energy reflected off the
Earth's surface. These pollutants trap heat as they linger in the atmosphere for many
years, causing the planet to warm and altering the Earth's climate. This process is
largely driven by the greenhouse effect. "Global warming" refers to the gradual
rise in the average temperature of the Earth's atmosphere and oceans, a
phenomenon believed to be permanently changing the Earth's climate.

Sources of Greenhouse Gases:


 Carbon Dioxide (CO₂): Emitted from burning fossil fuels.
 Methane: Released from livestock and agricultural practices.
 Nitrous Oxide: Produced by certain fertilizers and industrial processes.

Effects of Global Warming:


• Temperature rises: Hotter temperatures and shifts in seasonal patterns.
• Seasonal changes: Altered seasonal cycles may affect ecosystems.
• Increased Severity of Extreme Weather:
o Rising Sea Levels: Causes coastal flooding.
o Warmer Oceans: Contributes to stronger hurricanes.
o Increased Moisture: Leads to heavier rainfall
• Water and Food shortage:
o Droughts: Reduced crop yields
o Water Scarcity: Challenges in access to clean water
• Increased health risk:
o Air Quality Issues: Increased air pollution leads to respiratory problems.

II. Climate Change


Climate change is a result of global warming. It is considered as the long-term
shift that happens in the Earth's atmosphere. Climate change is characterized by
irregular changes in the world's weather system, as evidenced by the following
indicators:
 Rising Sea Levels: Due to expanding warmer oceans and melting ice.
 Extreme Weather Events: More intense storms, hurricanes, and typhoons.
 Habitat Destruction: Endangers species due to temperature and
environmental shifts.
 Ocean Acidification: Negatively impacts marine life.

The Broader Impact of Climate Change


Climate change affects all aspects of life, from the environment to the economy.
It influences:
 Human Behavior and Livelihoods: Adaptation to new environmental
conditions.
 Infrastructure: Need for climate-resilient buildings and resources.
 Regulations and Policies: Climate laws to mitigate environmental
harm.

Prepared by:

Simoune Antonet S. Tamayo


Irine T. Tabernilla
Jona P. Taladro

GRADE XI- JUPITER

Submitted to:

MS. KIMBERLY ANN T. MASULA


UCSP 11 TEACHER

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