Question

Which of the following predictions about global climate is directly related to an increase in the burning of fossil fuels? a. increased extreme weather b. decreased food supply c. global warming d. falling sea levels e. change in migratory patterns of organisms

Answer 1

The appropriate answer is c. global warming. Global warming is an increase in the global temperature caused by the increased use of fossil fuels. Using fossil fuels since the industrial revolution has pumped extra carbon dioxide in the atmosphere than what would actually enter from natural processes. This extra carbon dioxide is increasing the green house effect and causing the temperature to increase.