13 Environment · 13.3 Climate change science

13.3.1 Greenhouse effect and greenhouse gases: sources and global warming potential

Greenhouse gases let sunlight in but absorb the heat (infrared) the earth sends back, keeping the planet warm; adding more of them traps extra heat and causes global warming.

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Key terms

  • greenhouse effect
  • infrared radiation
  • carbon dioxide
  • methane
  • nitrous oxide
  • global warming potential
  • GWP
  • CO2-equivalent
  • radiative forcing
  • Kyoto gases

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  5. Common trapsFoundation
  6. Quick revisionFoundation

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