What is global warming? Name the gas whose increasing percentage in air is leading to global warming. State a harmful effect which can be caused by global warming.

Global warming is the rise in temperature of earth atmosphere caused by the excessive amount of carbon dioxide in the air. Due to rise in the temperature of atmosphere, the ice in polar regions will melt very fast, producing a lot of water. Burning of fuels releases carbon dioxide in air in the environment. Increased percentage of carbon dioxide in air is causing global warming. Carbon dioxide gas in the air trap sun’s heat rays by producing green house effect. Rise in water may cause a rise in the sea level leading to floods in coastal areas. The low-lying areas may be completely submerged under water leading to loss of life and property.


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