Submitted to- Teacher name Definition A phenomenon in which the atmosphere of a planet traps radiation emitted by its sun, caused by gases such as carbon dioxide, water vapor, and methane that allow incoming sunlight to pass through but retain heat radiated back from the planet's surface. Causes of Greenhouse Effect Green house effect has been thought to be one of the main reasons behind the increase in Global warming. But, is it really the culprit, or is there some misinformation on the issue. Let us try to figure that out by knowing about the causes of the Greenhouse effect. Deforestation Burning fossil fuel Electrical appliances Population growth Consequences of Greenhouse Effect Climate changes Changes in wildlife adaptations & cycles Melting of polar ice caps Increase in sea level Flooding in coastal areas Ocean Acidification What Can We do ? Reforestation Personal Actions Climate Policy The Greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it!!! ~Robert Swan Thank You