Short-Term Climate Change

Short-Term Climate Change

Short-term climate change refers to temporary shifts in Earth’s climate that occur over years or decades, not centuries. These changes often arise from natural events or human activities that briefly affect global weather and temperature patterns. Volcanic eruptions, su...

Short-term climate change means changes in Earth’s climate that happen over years to decades instead of centuries. These shifts can be caused by natural events or human activity.

One example is a volcanic eruption. Large eruptions release gases like sulfur dioxide high into the atmosphere. These gases form tiny particles called aeros...