Global Warming & Climate Change - Tri Duc English TRI DUC ENGLISH IELTS Speaking Part 3 Global Warming & The Planet Analyzing Climate Patterns, Ecological Degradation, and Sustainability Initiatives Topic Vocabulary Environmental Science Catastrophic /ˌkæt.əˈstrɒf.ɪk/ (adj) Causing sudden and very great harm or destruction. Retreating Glaciers (n) Masses of ice that are shrinking in size and length due to rising temperatures. Carbon Emission (n) The release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, primarily from burning fossil fuels. Reshaping shorelines (v phrase) The change in the physical outline of coastal areas due to rising sea levels. Greenhouse Gases (n) Gases (like CO2) that trap the heat of the sun in the Earth's atmosphere. Enlightening /ɪnˈlaɪ.tən.ɪŋ/ (v/adj) Providing understanding and knowledge; heightening awareness about a situation. Deforestation /diːˌfɒr.ɪˈsteɪ.ʃən/ (n) The cutting down of trees in a large area; the destruction of forests by people. Initiatives /ɪˈnɪʃ.ə.tɪvz/ (n) New plans or strategies intended to solve a specific problem (e.g., awareness initiatives). *Click cards to hear pronunciation Causes & Effects Causes • Increase of greenhouse gases ($CO_2$) • Excessive use of fossil fuels • Deforestation • Industrial pollutant emissions Potential Effects • Catastrophic natural disasters • Retreating glaciers & me...