...follow the outline with supporting evidence of both viewpoints. Outline 1. Global Warming and what it is A. The Two Opposing View Points 1. Global Warming occurrence by mankind 2. Global Warming a natural occurrence 3. Global Warming is it fact or fiction Global Warming and what it is Is Global warming fact or fiction? For this answer there must be an understanding of what global warming is. Let’s consider the definition “an average increase in the temperature of the atmosphere near the Earth’s surface and in the troposphere which can contribute to changes in global climate patterns “is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Definition. Greenhouse effect is heat absorption by certain natural gases, trapping the heat in the lower atmosphere. The gases in the atmosphere are carbon dioxide, methane, water vapor and nitrous oxide including others that are synthetic. Synthetic gases are manmade that include chlorofluorocarbons, hydro fluorocarbons and sulfur hexafluoride (NOAA). Natural greenhouse gases effect Earth’s temperature (57 degrees F – 14 degrees C), without it Earth’s temperature would be zero degrees – 18 degrees C. Any imbalance in the energy can gain or lose heat, thus changing global temperatures. Two Opposing Viewpoints Global warming is a serious issue that has been increased by mankind. Extra gases have been added to the atmosphere by the increase in...
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...DSMHT 201: Applied Differential Equation (credit 02) 1. Ordinary differential equations and their solutions: Initial value problems, Boundary value problems, Basic existence and uniqueness theorems (statement and illustration only). 2. Solution of first order equations: separable equations and equations reducible to this form, Linear equations, exact equations, Special integrating factors, Substitutions and transformations. 3. Solution of higher order linear differential equations: Solution space of homogeneous linear equations. Fundamental solutions of homogeneous systems. Reduction of order. Homogeneous linear equations with constant coefficients. Non homogeneous equations. 4. Method of undermined coefficients. Variations of parameters. Cauchy-Euler differential equations. 5. Systems of differential equations, linear system, Fundamental matrix, Solutions of linear systems with constant coefficients. References: 1. D.G. Zill, A First Course in Differentil Equations with Applications. 2. F. Braur and J.A. Nohel, Differential Equations. 3. S.L. Ross, Differential Equation. DSMHT 202: Geological and Hydro-meteorological Hazards (credit 02) 1. Introduction to Geological and Hydro-meteorological Hazards. 2. Geological Hazards Earthquakes (causes, types and effects of Earthquakes), Tsunami & Seiches. (naming, Tsunami Generation, Velocity and height, coastal effects and vulnerability), Volcanoes (origin & types of volcanic hazards...
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...more hurricanes. Some areas of our planet will suffer serious droughts and heat waves. Africa will be hit the most with more severe droughts expected in Europe. There are also going to be economic consequences, hurricanes can cause billions of dollars in damage and diseases cost money to treat. Polar ice caps will melt. This melting of ice caps will raise sea levels. The melting will also throw the ecosystem out of balance. The ice caps are fresh water so when they melt they will make the ocean less salty. The rising temperatures will endanger the survival of several species. The ice caps are white so they reflect the sun’s rays back out to space. If the ice caps melt, the darker colors will warm the climate even further. There are going to be more floods. As the climate changes warm water will occupy more space than cold water, which makes the seas surface level rise. The coastal communities will be wiped out. There are going to be more fires and wild fires. The carbon dioxide from...
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...“greenhouse gases,” in particular carbon dioxide (CO2). They worried that CO2 would result in a severe and sudden increase in earth’s temperatures, leading to environmental disasters on a global scale. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the preeminent body for the assessment of climate change, humans are responsible for the majority of global warming since 1900, including virtually 100% of the warming since 1970 (IPCC, 2007b, p. 39). In the years since Kyoto, there have been major efforts to bring about worldwide agreement to the treaty, including a recent climate summit—much publicized for its failings—held in Copenhagen. But not everyone is going along with the IPCC. Despite a continuing maelstrom of media hype and alarmist politics, the idea that the earth is warming at an unprecedented rate, due primarily to human influence, is quickly losing ground. This global warming backlash is due in large part to a growing chorus of skeptics and climate experts willing to challenge the prevailing science at the core of the movement. Over 31,000 scientists, including over 9,000 PhDs, have raised concerns over the IPCC’s findings. They have signed a petition stating that the organization’s claims are extreme, that the climate system is more complex than what is now known, and that various mechanisms have not yet been included in the models considered to date (Idso & Singer, 2009, p. 739). They have argued that the whole issue should be treated with caution and...
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...I believe that the website of Science and Public Policy Institute uses sound research from highly qualified climate scientists to refute common fallacies in the assumption that global warming is caused by manmade CO2 emissions. The Science and Public Policy Institute define themselves as a lobbying group with a mission to “provide research and educational material dedicated to sound public policy based on sound science” (“About us”). The president, Robert Ferguson brings 26 years of Capitol Hill experience as Chief of Staff of several congressmen (“Robert Ferguson (Science and Public Policy Institute)”). Their Chief policy advisor (specializing in climate issues) is Lord Monckton, Christopher. He served as a special advisor to Margaret Thatcher and established a successful corporation offering consulting and technical advice to corporations and governments (“Christopher Monckton”). Science Advisor William Kininmonth, a consulting climatologist who worked for the Australian Bureau of Meteorology for 38 years as a weather forecaster (“William Kininmonth”). Science Advisor Robert Carter, he is a palaeontologist and marine biologist with over 30 years professional experience (“Professor Robert M. Carter-ICSC Chief Science Advisor”). Science Advisor Craig Idso, who serves as chairman of the Board of Center for the Study of Carbon Dioxide and Global Change (“Craig Idso”). Meteorology Advisor Joe D’Aleo, Ph.D., has over 35 years in...
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...be caused by natural effects. One reason is that the earth is constantly going through periods of warming and cooling. Second the two most abundant greenhouse gases water vapor, and carbon dioxide both occur naturally. Third the earth is not the only planet that has had a change in temperature over the past few years, other planets have also had changing temperatures. I belief that global warming is caused by natural things and not humans. The first reason why I belief humans are not the cause of global warming is that the earth is constantly going through periods of warming and cooling. The earth has a yearly cycle it goes through. People that think that global warming is manmade say that we are in the hottest period in history . This is not the hottest period in history the Medieval Warm period, which occurred from around A.D. 900 to 1300, was a period of substantial climate warmth . After the Medieval Warm period there was a period of climate cooling known as the Little Ice Age. The Little Ice Age occurred around A.D. 1300 to 1850. Today the earth is in the warming period. The second reason is that the two most abundant greenhouse gases both occur in the environment naturally. One of the most abundant green ...
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...Environmental psychology is the study of the link between human behavior, the direct impact on the environment, and the psychology of humans. The physical or manmade environment such as building houses or workplaces, and natural environments in nature, are all important parts of environmental psychology. The study that includes environmental psychology is diverse and requires more studies to determine what changes need to be made. Modern technology such as, the development of chemicals, manufacturing plants, population increases, mining and mining processes and other human activities have brought many issues and concerns about the environment. Some of the environmental issues that are impacting our environment negatively are: global warming, climate changes, more intense adverse weather such as stronger hurricanes and tornadoes, while other areas have drought and rainy conditions (Steg, 2013). Technology can create negative impacts to the environment by humans attempting to improve on nature in areas where nature should be left alone. Controlling nature, for example, by building dams over rivers to generate electricity has adverse effects on fish and other water species. The oil and chemicals that are used to maintain the electricity generating turbines often leak and can pollute the river that is being used to the manmade purpose. Some species of fish can no longer swim to instinctual spawning grounds causing the loss of many fish. Agricultural practices are necessary...
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...In this past weekend’s Points section, the DMN ran an essay suggesting that catastrophic climate change — which the piece called global warming — doesn’t cause more big, scary tornados. It made me crazy for several reasons. One, it didn’t tell you who Richard Muller is: a physicist (not a climate scientist) who is most famous for finally converting to the inevitable conclusion that manmade climate change is real after he’d spent years denying this (and taking Koch brother money while doing so). So, he’s famous for admitting what everyone knew two decades ago. Also, the argument is a straw man: No one is saying that “global warming” (really, catastrophic climate change) is causing more big scary tornados, because the people who study this sort of thing closely know the data doesn’t support making any conclusion. For example, tornados form for reasons besides temperature, and there is no constancy in reporting through the decades (new technology is showing tornados winds could be 100 mph faster than previously measured, for example). Which is why six climate/tornado experts wrote an essay this week showing why the Muller piece is so off-base. Finally: the column had already run in the New York Times and then been debunked by the very source Muller quotes: Michael Mann! I leave you with what should have been the final word on this subject, from Mann’s piece: The New York Times does a disservice to its readers when it buys into the contrived narrative of the “honest broker”–Muller...
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...Aleksey Golubok Friday 1 PM 10/8/15 Global Warming and Climate Change I. According to data from NASA, the overall temperature in the earth’s atmosphere has been increasing since 1880. Most of this warming, however, has occurred since 1970, with the 20 warmest years having occurred since 1981 and with all 10 of the warmest years occurring in the past 12 years. This phenomena, known as global warming or climate change, is caused by the greenhouse effect. Gases such as carbon dioxide, chlorofluorocarbons, and other pollutants let in light, but keep heat from escaping, similar to the glass walls of a greenhouse. This is problematic because it is changing the climate faster than some livings can adapt and a new and unpredictable climate poses unique challenges to all life. Global Warming is a major issue that has effects on the environment, people, and the world, and if not stopped soon, the results will be disastrous. II. Scientific evidence for global climate change A. Temperature of earth’s atmosphere rising since 1880 1. Supports the greenhouse effect theory, since humans have been releasing more heat trapping emissions with every passing year B. Warming of earth’s oceans 1. Oceans have absorbed much of the increased heat, causing them to become warmer C. Rapid rise in sea level 1. Sea level has risen double in last decade what is has in last century III. Causes of global climate change A. Increased emission of greenhouse gases 1. Main cause is the human...
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...In about 1985 the idea of climate change began, it was produced by Maurice Strong, a socialist multi-millionaire. Today, the idea is still going strong, for no good reason. Climate change is not catastrophic so there is no need to fret over it. The first reason is that many of the numbers that climate change supporters tell you are exaggerated. Secondly, there is so much information saying that climate change is not real that it can not be ignored. My first reason against climate change is that a great amount of “data” about climate change is exaggerated or flat-out made up. For example, according to globalclimatescam.com it claims that in reality most scientists do not agree with artificial catastrophic climate change. “ 75 scientists said they believe in global warming on the other hand over 31,000 scientists have signed a petition saying they do not believe in catastrophic manmade global warming.” You have probably heard of the 99% of scientists believe in global warming, but this proves that the opposite is true. Also, a lot of scientists say that warmer weather causes more carbon dioxide causing warmer weather. But really, using a summary of answersingenesis.org a hotter climate will create more evaporation, making more clouds,...
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...It is no exaggeration to say that climate change has been a serious global problem which influences the whole world. The main driver of climate change is the greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. The greenhouse gases stop some of the heat from escaping the atmosphere, which in turn causes change in climate. Some greenhouse gases are neutral but many of them are manmade. With the outstanding industrial development, more fossil fuels such as coal, oil and natural gas are used and burnt, which release carbon dioxide and methane into the atmosphere. Deforestation also produces a lot of carbon dioxide. In fact, many scientists believe that man's activities are making the natural greenhouse effect stronger. Indeed, due to the climate change, there are islands which have been evacuated. As the sea level rises and plants are poisoned, islanders are not able to live on the islands so that they need to leave their homeland and build homes in a new place. And it is believed that if the climate change continues as the scientists expect, many more will soon suffer the same fate. Moreover, there are three extreme cases that scientists are aware of for Earth's climate change. They are collapse of the Gulf Stream, the demise of the Amazon rain forests and the release of gas hydrates from the sea level. Some of them may eventually take place in the foreseeable future if the situation continues to be serious. For the purpose of fighting climate change, many countries start to use renewable...
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...Jessemon Garcia Professor Rudolph English 102 13 December 2011 Warming Up Topic The issue of global warming has been front page news for over a decade from magazines, newspapers, journal articles, books and even local news channels. This has begun 20 years ago when a Global Warming treaty was signed at the United Nation Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro in 1992(Qtd. Harf p. 141). Global warming is the unusual rapid increase in the average temperature of the earth's atmosphere and is responsible for changes in global climate patterns. It occurs when greenhouse gasses including carbon dioxide, methane, black carbon, and other toxic gasses trap the heat and light from the sun in the earth's atmosphere, which increase the temperature. Some scientists agree that human consumption of the earth's natural resources and activities over the years had contributed to the earth's current state of being. However, opposing sides claim that there is no evidence to support this; rather it is just a bogus statement. They believe human action has nothing to do with the earth’s hot temperature. The controversy involves a disagreement over the fact, cause and consequences of the global warming. Both sides of the issue can find multiple experts to support their case that the earth is or is not warming, that global warming is either the consequences of human activities or a cyclical phenomenon and that global warming will be good for us or will bring tragedy. Global warming has created awareness...
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...Rebuttal: Global Warming and Climate Change Jeffrey Rohde BCOM/275 April 1, 2012 Edward D’Avola Global Warming and Climate Change A controversial and heavily debated topic in the media today is global warming and climate change. Countless articles have been written about the impact of global warming on the climate changes. A majority of the global warming claims are based on either human factors or natural cycles. I came upon a recent article by Nina Chestney titled “Global warming close to becoming irreversible”. The article claims the global warming is a result of “the world's temperature looks set to rise by six degrees Celsius by 2100 if greenhouse gas emissions are allowed to rise uncontrollably” (Chestney, 2012). The temperature increase is the result of human activities. The purpose of this essay is to challenge the claims made by the author of the article. The rebuttal will be made by analyzing the credibility and validity of the author and their claims. The author’s credibility on the subject can be debated because of the lack of references listed. The points presented are, in a relative sense, true, but highly generalized. The author claims “the world's temperature looks set to rise by six degrees Celsius by 2100 if greenhouse gas emissions are allowed to rise uncontrollably”(Chestney, 2012). The author fails support the claim with data. The article discusses several negative impacts on the global climate: loss of Greenland ice...
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...Running Head: Anthropogenic Climate Change Anthropogenic Climate Change Name: Course Name: Informal Logic Presented To: December 13, 2011 Anthropogenic Climate Change 2 Table of Contents Introduction............................................................................................................... 3 1. Part 1- Argument ................................................................................................... 4 Global warming caused by the man- made gases. The advancement of industries and factories should be halted in order to control global warming. Emission of the CO2 gases by the industries is polluting the air that is ultimately leading to global warming. According to the US Climate Change Science Program “Global warming is a real and manmade issue and immediate actions are mandatory to save the environment”. (Deepte, 2011)....................................................................................4 Why it is considered as a man made issue? .........................................................4 a. Green house gases emitted by the industries/ Factories:...................................5 2. Part 2 - Counter Arguments ................................................................................... 6 A. Solar Variations:................................................................................................. 6 b. Green House gas is natural Process:..................................................................6 c....
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...Climate change has been one of the most discussed issues in these modern days. It is prove on many researches that the increase in man-made green house gas emission can significantly affect the climate in the world, on every part of the globe. In the last few years, climate change has become the most researched subject in science. The reason is that because climate change can affect significantly to the earth and it has to be taken care of. In a business world, particularly in Automotive Industry, climate change is also one of the must discussed subject, and because of automobile is one of the factors that produce the most CO2 (Carbon dioxide), it become one issue that force automotive industry to change their product to reduce the amount of CO2 emission. Climate change in automotive industry represent both threat and opportunity in the business. It gives opportunity for the car makers to develop a new technology that is more environmental friendly, which can reduce the amount of green house gas emission. It also gives the carmakers to create a more energy efficient in their operations, which can cut the unnecessary production costs. Other opportunity is the fact that they will use this global concern to further research and investigate the use of creating a new energy source, and helping reducing the pollution caused by the use of fossil fuels. However, for automotive industry, climate change does not only provide opportunities but also threat to the business. It is a...
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