Soojusefektiga
Soojusefektiga, also known as the greenhouse effect, is a natural process that warms the Earth’s surface and lower atmosphere. It occurs when certain gases in the atmosphere, primarily carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), and water vapor, trap heat from the sun. These gases allow incoming solar radiation to pass through the atmosphere but absorb and re-emit infrared radiation emitted by the Earth’s surface, preventing some of the heat from escaping into space.
The greenhouse effect is essential for maintaining Earth’s average temperature at around 15°C (59°F), making it
The primary greenhouse gases contributing to this effect include:
- Carbon dioxide (CO₂), primarily from burning fossil fuels and deforestation.
- Methane (CH₄), emitted by livestock, rice paddies, and landfills.
- Nitrous oxide (N₂O), produced by agricultural activities and industrial processes.
- Fluorinated gases, used in refrigeration and manufacturing, which have a much stronger warming effect.
The consequences of an intensified greenhouse effect include rising global temperatures, melting ice caps and glaciers,
Understanding and addressing the enhanced greenhouse effect is critical for sustaining a stable climate and protecting