L'effetto serra

Definition

The natural process by which certain gases in the Earth's atmosphere trap heat from the sun, causing a warming effect. This can lead to climate change and global warming.

Related terms

Il riscaldamento globale: The long-term increase in Earth's average temperature due to human activities that contribute to the greenhouse effect.

Le emissioni di gas serra: Gases released into the atmosphere that contribute to the greenhouse effect, such as carbon dioxide and methane.

La deforestazione: The clearing or removal of forests, which reduces the amount of trees available to absorb carbon dioxide and contributes to increased levels of greenhouse gases.