THE GREENHOUSE EFFECT

Energy from the sun reaches the earth

through radiation.
As the earth is warmed, heat in the form of
infrared radiation is radiated back into
space.
However, much of this radiation is prevented
escaping into spaces by greenhouse gases.

Greenhouse gases
include :
- Carbon Dioxide (CO2).
- Methane (CH4).
Chlorofluorocarbons(CFCs).
- Nitrous Oxide (N2O).

As a result, the infrared radiation is

radiated back to the Earths surface,
warming the earth further.
The phenomenon is known as the
greenhouse effect. Its similar to a
greenhouse used in farming in
countries which experience temperate
climates.

The glass of a greenhouse allows light

to enter but retards the loss of heat.
The heat is used to keep the soil and
air warm in the green house.

The greenhouse effect

caused by :
- human activities.
- burning of fossil fuels.
- deforestation.

The increasing amount of greenhouse

gases increases the greenhouse effect
causing more heat to be trapped in
the atmosphere. The Earths average
temperature increases is known as
global warming.

Effects Of The Greenhouse

Effect :D
Melting of polar ice and glaciers
causing a rise in sea level.
Intense rain in some regions.
Leads to greater climate changes
like strong winds & heavier rainfall.
Desert areas increase in size.

Steps To Reduce The

Greenhouse Effect :D
Reduce the burning fossil fuels.
Reduce the deforestation.
Practice replanting the trees.
Reduce or stop open burning.
Develop other sources of energy such
as solar, wind and geothermal energy.