Global warming, climate change, and global warming are all terms used to describe a phenomenon that has been seen to be happening for many years. When you think about it, it seems hopelessly vague and confusing. After reading this article you'll understand what these terms mean and how they affect us all.

Global warming is the increase in the average temperature of Earth's atmosphere and oceans since the mid-20th century. This warming has been attributed to human activities that produce greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide (CO2), methane, tropospheric ozone and nitrous oxide. It may also be caused by changes in solar radiation.[1]

The term "global warming" has been used since at least 1953.[2] The earliest known use was in a May 1960 article written by John Adams[3], who used it to refer to what he called "the increasing heat content of our planet due to industrialization".

Melting ice caps are a problem because they are melting at an alarming rate. As the ice melts, it causes rising sea levels which will cause more flooding and droughts. Rising sea levels also mean that extreme weather like hurricanes and typhoons will become more frequent.

We live in a world where the environment is constantly changing, and it’s up to us to make sure that our actions don't contribute to this deterioration. We can do our part by making sustainable choices when we buy products, choosing organic foods and staying away from plastic bags at the grocery store.

It's important for everyone to remember that climate change isn't just an issue for scientists—it affects everyone on Earth! The planet's natural resources are finite and there are many ways for us all (including individuals) living here today with access now but will not have access tomorrow if nothing changes soon!

Rising sea levels are caused by melting ice caps. The warmer water of the ocean is expanding, causing a rise in sea level and flooding coastal areas, as well as causing erosion that can threaten wildlife habitats.

Rising temperatures are also contributing to rising sea levels. As soil moisture evaporates faster than it can be replaced by rain or snowfall, the ground beneath the surface warms up and expands until it reaches its equilibrium temperature (about 100 degrees Fahrenheit). This expansion causes more land to become dry; this process is called desiccation or drying out.

Climate change is a global problem that affects us all. We can take steps to help solve it, but it’s up to you how much you want to get involved.

You don't have to believe in climate change—or even care about it—to do something about it!

As you can see, the environment is not just being threatened by climate change; it's being damaged in many different ways. The environment is being polluted and harmed by human activity. It's also being destroyed by the use of fossil fuels, which have been used to fuel our cars and power our houses for decades now.

If you're interested in learning more about how we can help stop climate change from happening in your life or around the world, check out some of these websites:

As you begin to think about how climate change will affect your life and the lives of others, it can be overwhelming. There are many issues to consider:

The best way to start thinking about these questions is by focusing on yourself first. It's easy for us humans to feel guilty about contributing so much pollution into our environment when we don't even know what impact it has yet! But doing nothing means that someone else will have done something instead; so let's face facts: everyone needs a little bit of help when they're trying out new ways of living together. So take small actions like going vegan one day at lunchtime (or not eating meat at all) or replacing chemical detergents with natural ones—and soon enough those little changes add up over time until they become habits which eventually turn into lifestyle choices within yourself too!

There is no denying that climate change is real and it’s effects are already being felt. The future of our planet may depend on the actions we take now, so start thinking about what kind of environment you want to live in!