'''Global warming''' is the idea that the Earth has warmed somewhat over the past few decades, and that the warming appears to be related to increases in carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. The possibility of adverse consequences has become a major concern for some environmentalists. | '''Global warming''' is the idea that the Earth has warmed somewhat over the past few decades, and that the warming appears to be related to increases in carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. The possibility of adverse consequences has become a major concern for some environmentalists. |