Greenhouse Effect

The greenhouse effect is a natural process where certain gases in the Earth's atmosphere, like carbon dioxide and methane, trap heat from the sun. This prevents the heat from escaping back into space, keeping the planet warm enough to support life. However, human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, have increased the concentration of these greenhouse gases, leading to excessive heat retention. As a result, this contributes to global warming and climate change, which can have serious impacts on ecosystems, weather patterns, and sea levels.