GLOBAL+WARMING+(Summer)

Paige R.,Volney Elementary: Marissa W., Volney Elementary: Elizabeth B., Volney Elementary:, Sabrina V., Volney Elementary., Olivia K. G. Ray Bodley:, Tiphaine B. G. Ray Bodley Global Warming Date: Wedneday, April 13, 2011

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Scientific Description

 * Global Warming is when the average tempature of Earth's near surface air and oceans increases through the coastal line which causes changes in climate. It also causes the melting of glaciers and the thinning of sea ice. Humans, animals, and vegetation populations are affected by Global Warming. Global Warming usually happens in the Arctic perimeter.

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Scientists Find Link Between Global Warming and Earthquakes
Its possible that global warming not only effects weather patterns around the world but also has an effect on the large crustal plates that causes contents to drift and that forms mountain ranges and causes earthquakes.This article it talks about how the changing climates (caused by global warming) on the surface will effect the plates in such a way that could intensify both earthquakes and tsunami's. Also, there are quotes from different scientist and what they thing about it. The research is still in its early stages but more research should be conducted.

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List of references/sources
[] [] [|http://www.wikipedia.com] [|http://www.theweatherchannelkids.com] [] []