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Definition of Global Warming: A gradual increase in the earthâs average surface temperature. Technical term for this: Anthropogenic global warming. Definition of Greenhouse Gas: A gas, like CO2, which traps the sunâs heat.
The words climate change and global warming are often used interchangeably. is a more specific term. It refers to increases in the Earthâs average temperature because of greenhouse gas build up in the atmosphere. Global warming is a cause of climate change. is a broader term. It refers to changes (increases or decreases) to long-term weather patterns, such as temperature, rainfall or snowfall.