Industrial Revolution
What are fossil fuels?
Coal, gas, and oil
Where was Carbon before it got released?
In fossil fuels
How much CO2 is entering the atmosphere via burning fossil fuels?
9 Gt/Year
How much CO2 dissolved into the ocean?
60 Gt/Year
What is the amount of Carbon Dioxide entering the atmosphere due to it leaving the ocean? (300 years ago)
77.5 Gt/Year
When did the Industrial Revolution start?
Late 1700's
Is coal a fossil fuel?
Yes, fossil fuels include coal.
How much CO2 is entering the atmosphere due to ecosystem changes?
1 Gt/Year
What is the amount of Carbon Dioxide entering the atmosphere due to it escaping the ocean? (300 years ago)
62 Gt/Year
What is the amount of Carbon Dioxide entering the atmosphere via Respiration? (present-day)
120 Gt/Year
What does burning fossil fuels power?
cars, factories, and much more
What are some examples of greenhouse gasses?
CO2 and Methane
What did the industrial revolution mark the start of?
Fossil Fuels were burnt for fuel
What is the amount of Carbon Dioxide entering the atmosphere via Respiration? (300 years ago)
107 Gt/Year
How much CO2 is getting removed from the environment by humans?