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Climate Change and the Use of Fossil Fuels

In Climate Change and the Use of Fossil Fuels, scientists explain how human use of fossil fuels has caused Earth’s temperature to rise steadily over the last 100 years. The video explores the role of increasing carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere and how this has led to climate change and extreme weather events. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Climate Change — The Facts, a documentary that delves into the science of climate change and its far-reaching consequences.

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6-89-12
Program:
Climate Change — The Facts
Time:
5:03
Subject:
Science
Topic:
Environmental Science

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Q: Why do scientists believe that fossil fuels are the main cause of climate change?
A: Burning fossil fuels releases large amounts of carbon dioxide, which traps heat in the atmosphere and causes Earth’s temperature to rise.

Q: What are some examples of extreme weather events linked to climate change?
A: Examples include stronger hurricanes, severe droughts, intense heat waves, and catastrophic wildfires.

Q: Why is it important to reduce the use of fossil fuels?
A: Reducing fossil fuel use can lower carbon dioxide emissions, slow climate change, and help protect the environment and future generations.

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