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The Consequences of Elevated CO Le

Elevated CO₂ levels lead to global warming, resulting in rising temperatures, heatwaves, and sea levels. They also cause ocean acidification, harming marine life, and contribute to more extreme weather events. Additionally, these changes disrupt ecosystems and biodiversity, potentially leading to species extinctions.

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The Consequences of Elevated CO Le

Elevated CO₂ levels lead to global warming, resulting in rising temperatures, heatwaves, and sea levels. They also cause ocean acidification, harming marine life, and contribute to more extreme weather events. Additionally, these changes disrupt ecosystems and biodiversity, potentially leading to species extinctions.

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The consequences of elevated CO₂ levels are far-reaching and include:

Global Warming: Increased CO₂ concentrations trap more heat in the atmosphere,
causing global temperatures to rise. This has led to more frequent and severe
heatwaves, melting glaciers, and rising sea levels.

Ocean Acidification: The oceans absorb about 25-30% of the CO₂ emitted into the
atmosphere. When CO₂ dissolves in seawater, it forms carbonic acid, which lowers
the ocean's pH. This acidification harms marine life, particularly organisms with
calcium carbonate shells or skeletons, such as corals and shellfish.

Extreme Weather Events: Higher CO₂ levels contribute to more intense and frequent
extreme weather events, including hurricanes, droughts, and heavy rainfall.

Ecosystem Disruption: Changes in temperature and precipitation patterns affect


ecosystems and biodiversity. Some species may struggle to adapt, leading to shifts
in habitats and potential extinctions.

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