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Greenhouse Gases, 2003.
This paper examines the effect of the so-called fossil fuels and greenhouse gases on the Earth?s temperature and environment.
2,204 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 68.95
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The first part of the paper explains the natural workings of the greenhouse effect. In the next part, the paper details how human activity has upset the balance of greenhouse gases, thereby, giving rise to the phenomenon of global warming. The third part of the paper then looks at the environmental dangers that have been associated with the global rise in temperature. In the final section, the paper examines how people have tried to address the problem of global warming, both through technology and through legislation.
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"Perhaps the most common misunderstanding about the greenhouse effect is the general view that this phenomenon is artificial or human-made. However, the greenhouse effect has kept the Earth warm and habitable for over four billion years. Without the thermal blanket of the greenhouse effect, the Earth?s temperature would plunge to an estimated 59 degrees Fahrenheit, making it uninhabitable for most of the living organisms on earth today (EPA).
As a natural phenomenon, the greenhouse effect is set in motion when energy from the sun heats up the layer of greenhouse gases in the Earth?s atmosphere. Sunlight is composed of a range of radiant energy, including several forms of radiation. When sunlight reaches the Earth?s atmosphere, the atmosphere then reacts with the sun?s radiation in three different ways."
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Gases and Divers, 2002.
A look at the effect of gases on divers under pressure.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 89.95
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This ten-page undergraduate paper addresses the effects of various gases like Oxygen, Nitrogen, Helium, Argon, Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Dioxide on divers under pressure. Also discussed would be the concepts of partial pressure and the bends followed by medical problems associated to pressure changes. Laws pertaining to pressure will be discussed too.
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Greenhouse Gases, 2007.
An analysis of the causes and effects of the greenhouse effect on the Earth's environment.
825 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper describes how greenhouse gases contribute to global warming. It begins by describing how greenhouse gases occur in the atmosphere. It discusses the importance of greenhouse gases and then describes what causes the harmful greenhouse effect. Finally, the paper describes the negative impact of the greenhouse effect on the Earth's environment.
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"Greenhouse gases are components of the atmosphere that contribute to the warming of the Earth. Some greenhouse gases occur naturally in the atmosphere, such as: water vapor, carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, and ozone. Human activities have increased the concentrations of these gases over time. The burning of fossil fuels such as oil, coal, and natural gas as well as other activities like deforestation, has lead to higher concentrations of Carbon dioxide. Live stock, paddy rice farming and losses of pipelines have lead to higher concentration of methane in the atmosphere. Activities, such as the use of nitrogenous fertilizers for agricultural reasons, and the burning of vegetation, have increased the nitrous oxide concentrations. The only greenhouse gas that is not directly affected by human activity is water vapor (Greenhouse gas, 2007)."
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Global warming, 2006.
A discussion on the effects of greenhouse gases on global warming.
2,530 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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This paper reviews greenhouse gases and how they affect global warming. It defines what greenhouse gases are, and how much they contribute to global warming. The paper describes man's contribution to greenhouse gases. The author also suggests ways to reduce energy consumption and the production of greenhouse gases.
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"The fact that the temperature on Earth is appropriate for human life being between the freezing point and boiling point of water isn't just due to the distance between the Earth's orbit and that of the Sun. The Greenhouse ..."
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Air Pollution, 2002.
An examination of the effect of different gases on the quality of air and on the population's health.
11,025 words (approx. 44.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 217.95
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This paper provides a detailed analysis of several gases and chemicals which are present in the air we breathe and how these are causing adverse effects on our health. It explains that air pollution created by humans is the most dangerous and discusses possible ways to reduce this phenomena.
Outdoor Air Pollution
Ozone
Nitrogen Dioxide
Sulphur Dioxide
Acid Aerosols
Particulates
Air Toxics
Carbon Monoxide
Lead
Asbestos
Asbestos: Health and Exposure
Potential Effects of Outdoor Air Pollution on Health
War: Detrimental Consequences and Air Pollution
War Gases
Classification of War Gases
Asphyxiants (Irrespirable Gases)
Sewer Gas
Emphysema
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"The air that surrounds us is a mixture of 78 percent nitrogen; 21 percent oxygen; less than 1 percent of carbon dioxide, argon, and other gases; and varying amounts of water vapor. Any other particles, gases or unoriginal constituents hanging in the air which are not part of its original composition are called ?Pollutants? and this kind of air is called
Polluted Air. Even inhaling small amounts of such air pollutants can have serious effects on one?s health and leads to environmental problems. We can see some air pollutants such as the reddish-brown haze in smog; however, other air pollutants, including some of the most dangerous, are invisible.
Air pollution can be natural or human-made. Air pollution occurs naturally during volcano eruptions, forest fires, or dust storms. This has been an occasional problem for humans. However, during the past hundred years, air pollution created by humans has become a major, persistent problem."
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Papua New Guinea, 2002.
Examines greenhouse gases and other environmental issues in Papua New Guinea.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper examines the position of Papua New Guinea with regard to greenhouse gases. It provides a socio-economic outline of the country focusing on its energy production and consumption. It then analyzes the country's stance with regard to the Kyoto Protocol and other attempts to reduce greenhouse gases and future energy issues.
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Efforts to Reduce Global Warming, 2006.
A look at Finland's and Spain's efforts to reduce the emissions of greenhouse gases in their respective countries.
2,824 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 84.95
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This paper examines the approach to reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases taken by both Finland and Spain. The paper describes the domestic measures both countries have implemented in their efforts to help fight global warming, how successful they have been in meeting this objective and how each country would be affected by the imposition of a global environmental tax designed to help control greenhouse gases emissions globally.
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"The leaders of both Spain and Finland have been working hard for years to reduce the emissions of greenhouse gases. Large quantities of greenhouse gas emissions released into the atmosphere are responsible for global warming. If global warming continues it will have catastrophic consequences on the world's environment. World leaders have proposed many ideas to solve the problem of global warming, but have had little success. One answer to the problem is to impose a global environmental tax. However, leaders in many European countries feel that the burden on their economy will be too great. In addition, conflicting results from studies aimed at projecting the effect an environmental tax will have on their economy has confused leaders, and made them reticent to commit to a tax."
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The Global Warming Debate, 2008.
A review of the arguments for and against taking steps against greenhouse gases and carbon dioxide as two leading causes of global warming.
1,077 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
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This paper discusses the various sources of justifications to act against greenhouse gases and carbon dioxide, as two leading causes of an irrefutable trend toward global warming. The paper discusses the views of the critics and skeptics against taking these steps and then looks at the views of those in favor of the proposed actions against global warming.
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"When the great majority of scientists independently come to similar or supporting conclusions, however, it is usually a good bet that they are correct. It would appear that the over-whelming evidence supports the idea that we are experiencing global warming, that human activity is contributing to this warming and that we can't afford not to act. I would agree with Stevens that there is a wide range of opinions on how much impact global warming is having and on how much humans are contributing. From the articles I have read it seems that there is very little scientific evidence AGAINST the global warming scenario. Skeptics seem to be focusing on discrediting the global warming supporters, rather than proving that there is no warming or that no human impact exists."
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Global Warming, 2007.
This paper discusses the danger of carbon emissions and greenhouse gases.
1,938 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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The paper describes how global warming has been accelerating at an unprecedented rate and its effects can be seen in the recent weather changes and natural catastrophes. The paper explains the causes of global warming and presents the various solutions. The paper points out the irony that although the U.S. and Australia are already paying the price for excessive carbon dioxide emissions, these two nations are still resistant to even the relatively moderate long-term reductions proposed by the Kyoto Protocol.
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"The causes of this accelerated global warming of the earth's atmosphere are both simple and complex. The simple reason is that our overuse of fossil fuels in industrial, affluent, and increasingly populated nations and the release of excess effluvia of CO2 into earth's atmosphere is affecting the thermostatic temperature balance of the globe. That is the simple cause. The complex, interrelated causes have to do with our dependence on these fossil fuels and the local, regional and national economic interests of a free-market economy that causes tensions between developed nations (and between developed and underdeveloped nations) and the special interest groups whose relatively short term economic goals are taking precedent over immediate and pressing global concerns."
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Toronto After Kyoto, 2002.
Examines the role of Toronto, Canada as a source of atmospheric pollution, particularly greenhouse gases.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper identifies automobiles as the principle source of atmospheric pollutants in Toronto. It then examines the role of suburbanization, commuting and congestion. It then looks at the city's plans and alternative proposals for addressing the problem.
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Chemistry, 1992.
An overview of the major concerns of this scientific field including chemical change, classification of matter, laws, gases, atomic mass, formulas, periodic table, ionic compounds, acids and bases.
3,600 words (approx. 14.4 pages), 3 sources, $ 127.95
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"Chemistry is a branch of science that is used to explain and reveal the composition, structure, and properties of substances and to demonstrate the changes that they can undergo. For example, interaction with other materials can cause substances to acquire different properties, such as a change in physical form. Therefore, a large part of chemistry is observation--before, during, and after change takes place. There are three fields of study in chemistry--organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry. Organic chemistry deals with the study of compounds made up from carbon forms, such as those found in living beings. Inorganic chemistry covers compounds not found in plants or animals and therefore classed as inorganic (noncarbon compounds). Physical chemistry addresses the actions of chemistry that are resolved using the laws of physics."
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Alberta and the Kyoto Accord, 2004.
A look at the fight of the Alberta province of Canada against the instigation of the Kyoto Accord.
2,094 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper examines the Kyoto Accord, an international treaty among signatory countries to reduce the amount of greenhouse gases emitted by their industries if their neighboring countries do likewise. In particular, it looks at how, in 1997, the federal government of Canada signed the Kyoto Accord, which committed it to cutting emissions of greenhouse gases to six percent by 2012 and how the province of Alberta, which produces the majority of Canada?s oil and gas, opposed the Treaty, as it would significantly cripple its energy industry and deprive it of billions of dollars.
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"Global warming has disturbed nature at an alarming rate and ways. It has already reduced the depth of winter polar ice cap since the 1970s by 40% (Green), which threatens to render polar bears to become extinct if the condition continues. Almost all glaciers are fast retreating, and this accelerates the heating effect. With more heat, there is more energy in the atmosphere, and, therefore, more bad weather. More heat will also redistribute rains. There have been many disasters throughout the world due to inclement weather. Droughts are another consequence of disturbed weather, and droughts have occurred in Canada. Monsoon rains, on which depends Asian agriculture, no longer come regularly because of this imbalance."
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The Solution to Global Warming, 2007.
This paper discusses the greenhouse effect, the resulting global warming and the approach necessary to address this problem.
1,224 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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The paper argues that the world needs to act to curb the greenhouse effect and the resulting global warming. The paper examines how human activity related to industrialization has upset the natural balance of greenhouse gases that have kept this planet habitable. The paper also discusses how people have tried to address the problem of global warming through technology and legislation and argues that a balanced and global approach must be adopted to bring the greenhouse gases back to their original levels. The paper asserts that people must be willing to make sacrifices, to use less gas and to convert to more renewable energy sources.
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"The planet's natural ability to trap heat at necessary has kept if habitable for over four billion years, and maintaining this delicate balance is important for the planet's survival. The thermal blanket of heating gases has kept the earth warm and habitable. If not for these gases, the earth's temperature would plunge to an estimated 59 degrees Fahrenheit, making it uninhabitable for most of the living organisms on earth today (EPA)."
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Technologies Affecting Global Climate Change, 2009.
A research analysis of the technologies affecting the impact and causes of global climate change.
18,196 words (approx. 72.8 pages), 63 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper examines climate change, global warming, greenhouse gases reduction, removal and disposal and the intersections between treatment technologies, energy savings and sustainable energy sources. It presents case studies of companies competing in the alternative energy industry in general and in biomass conversion in particular. It then reviews the literature concerning particular technologies for application to current carbon energy sources researched and practiced by researchers, government and industry today. Essentially, this study examines the methods used to reduce, remove and dispose of greenhouse gas constituents.
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1 Introduction
Introduction
Importance of the Study
Background of the Problem
Problem Statement
Definition of Terms
Methodology Statement
Purpose of Study
Summary
Chapter II. Review of the Literature
Introduction
Defining Global Warming
The Greenhouse Effect and Climate Variability
Sources of Anthropogenic Greenhouse Gases and Induced Climate Change
Anthropogenic Induced Climate Change
Atmospheric Temperatures and Recent Climate Changes
Positive Feedback Loops
Important Issues Affected by Global Warming
Public Health Issues
Precipitation
Ocean Warming, Circulation and Acidification
Sea Level Rise
Snow and Ice
Biodiversity
Ozone Depletion
Summary
Constituents of Concern
Carbon Dioxide
Methane
Chlorofluorocarbons
Nitrogen Oxides
Aerosols
Assessment of Treatment Technologies
Biomass Today
Boosting Production
Carbon Capture
Flue Gas Cleaning
Molecular Sieve
Chapter III. Methodology
Description of the Study Approach
Data-gathering Method and Database of Study
Chapter IV. Data Analysis and Discussion
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"Beginning in the nineteenth century, machines of the Industrial Revolution first began using fossil fuels including coal and petroleum and were the start of a new economic engine. While unrecognized as a potential global issue at the time, the increased use of fossil fuels during this period in history began to contribute to the accumulation of so-called greenhouse gases. Emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs) are a byproduct of the combustion process of fossil fuels. Since the beginning of Industrial Revolution, carbon dioxide (CO2) levels have increased 30%, CH4 levels have increase 15 % and subsequent increases have occurred in all other GHGs. The result is the average increase in global temperatures was 10F from the mid-nineteenth century till near the end of the twentieth century. Within the last 25 years the average global temperature increase has been an additional 0.80F. This temperature increase follows the increase in GHGs. Figure 1 shows the increases in carbon dioxide, methane and nitrogen oxides from their various sources from 1970 until 2004. Scientific consensus is that this increase is not that of natural variation or solar radiation changes but from the results of human activities. Not only from the burning of fossil fuels but from the diminished natural buffers created by farming and resulting deforestation (Braasch 2007)"
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Global Warming Consequences, 2008.
This paper looks at the causes and consequences of global warming.
2,747 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 82.95
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In this article, the writer first explains that global warming is the increase in the average temperate of the air near the surface of the water bodies, which in turn result in climate changes. The writer points out that since increased population, fossil burning and deforestation has been on the rise, the mixture of gases in the atmosphere has been adversely affected. The writer notes that it is believed that the major factor in global warming is the emission of greenhouse gases which include; water vapor, carbon dioxide, methane and ozone. The writer looks at the causes of global warming and then discusses the related outcome and consequences. The writer concludes that global warming is an international concern that attracts not only the attention of each person but also demands solutions from them since every individual at this generation would want to have his or her grandchildren and great grandchildren live in a wonderful environment.
This paper includes colour charts.
Outline:
Introduction
Causes of Global Warming
Outcome of Global Warming
The Atmosphere
Oceans and Seas
Land
Ice
Measurement of Global Warming
Carbon Dioxide Concentrations
Greenhouse Effect
Effects on Island Nation
Increased Temperatures
Sea Level Rise
Ocean Water PH
Extreme Weather Effects
Oceanic Circulation
Economic Effects
Environmental Impacts
Legal Address on Global Warming
How to Manage Global Warming
Conclusion
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"The most immediate consequence of high temperatures is an increase in the sea level at our oceans and seas. Precipitation is usually increased when the local temperatures rise triggering an increase in the evaporation rate. When this evaporation rate rises, more amount of water will be forming at the atmosphere resulting in more rainfall which then increases the sea level in a longer term. Also, when the high temperatures heat the water, it expands making it to occupy more volume. As the water in the water in the sea expand, additional water which was previously locked up in the land as glaciers enters the ocean since more space has been created as in the case of Antarctic sheets and Greenland. A glacier is a large sheet of ice that moves slowly. Most of the glaciers since 100 years ago have continued to melt. An example is in the island of Montana at the Montana Glacier National Park and researchers have concluded that it is due to global warming. Melting of glaciers also result in an increase in the sea level. In the past, every shore received two high tides and two low tides daily. But today, the high tides have increased in number making way for high waves and winds."
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