Earth's climate system

Earth’s climate system involves the movement and balance of energy and moisture between the atmosphere, oceans, land, and ice. Sunlight heats the planet, and the Earth redistributes this energy through weather patterns, ocean currents, and atmospheric processes. Greenhouse gases trap some of this heat, maintaining a habitable temperature. Climate is influenced by natural cycles and human activities, leading to variations over time. The system’s interconnected components work together to regulate temperature, weather, and ecosystems, making Earth’s climate complex, dynamic, and essential for supporting life.