melting ice caps

How Does Pollution Contribute to Melting Ice Caps?

Pollution, particularly the emission of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4), plays a significant role in the melting of ice caps. These gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, leading to an increase in global temperatures, a phenomenon known as the greenhouse effect. This rise in temperature results in the melting of polar ice.

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