What causes climate change?

 Climate change refers to the long-term shift in temperature and weather patterns on Earth. There are several factors that contribute to climate change, including:

Greenhouse gases: Greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor, trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, keeping the planet warm enough to support life. Human activities, such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and agriculture, have significantly increased the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, leading to a warming of the Earth's surface.

Solar radiation: Changes in the amount of energy that the Sun emits can also affect the Earth's climate. For example, during periods of increased solar activity, the Earth may receive more energy and experience a warming trend.

Volcanoes: Large volcanic eruptions can also have a short-term cooling effect on the Earth's climate by releasing ash and other particles into the atmosphere that block some of the Sun's energy.

Changes in the Earth's orbit: The Earth's orbit around the Sun changes over time, which can affect the amount of solar radiation that reaches the Earth's surface and contribute to long-term climate change.

Overall, the main cause of climate change is the increasing concentration of greenhouse gases in the Earth's atmosphere, which is largely caused by human activities.