Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperature, precipitation patterns, wind patterns, or other aspects of Earth's climate system. It can occur naturally or be influenced by human activities.
Related terms
Greenhouse effect: The trapping of heat in the atmosphere by certain gases, such as carbon dioxide, leading to increased global temperatures.
Global warming: The long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature primarily caused by human activities.
Mitigation strategies: Actions taken to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and minimize the impact of climate change.