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Greenhouse effect, conceptual image
Greenhouse effect. Conceptual image of infrared rays (red arrows) trapped in the Earths atmosphere by greenhouse gases such as water vapour and carbon dioxide. The Earths surface heats up due to the energy of light from the Sun. Greenhouse gases help retain this heat, because they absorb energy radiated away as infrared rays from the Earths surface, and re-radiate most of this energy back to the Earth. An increase in greenhouse gases, due to excessive production by humans, is causing global temperatures to rise
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This print from Science Photo Library beautifully captures the concept of the greenhouse effect. The image depicts a conceptual representation of infrared rays, symbolized by vibrant red arrows, being trapped within Earth's atmosphere by greenhouse gases like water vapor and carbon dioxide. As sunlight reaches our planet's surface, it emits energy in the form of light. However, these greenhouse gases play a crucial role in retaining this heat by absorbing and re-radiating most of the energy back to Earth as infrared rays. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder that human activities have led to an increase in greenhouse gas emissions, causing global temperatures to rise. It highlights how excessive production by humans has disrupted the delicate balance within our atmosphere. Within this spherical depiction of Earth's atmospheric sphere, we witness the consequences of our actions on a planetary scale. The image evokes thoughts about climate change and its impact on our environment. It emphasizes that concepts such as global warming are not mere theories but tangible realities affecting every corner of our world. Through this stunning visual representation, Science Photo Library invites us to contemplate atmospheric chemistry and environmental science while urging us to take responsibility for reducing carbon dioxide emissions and mitigating further damage caused by human-induced climate change.
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