The melting of glaciers due to climate change has serious implications for the ecosystem and human society. Discuss the effects of melting glaciers on the environment and the measures that can be taken to address this issue. (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks
Introduction
IPCC's 6th report clearly warned that climate change will have more impact on glaciers. And glaciers are melting fastly.
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Main Body
Ecosystem impacts: Temperature disturbance to Ocean leads to Sea level rise, Cyclonic Activity, Drowning of Islands, Variability, Deserts, frequency has risen. Reduced albedo. Change in temperature adaptations of fishes.
Effects on Environment: (1) Disturbs Heat Budget by reducing Albedo - as ice reflects more than water. (2) Sea level rise. (3) Wildlife Habitat - Polar bears losing their home. Measures: (1) Containing increasing temperature. (2) Green Infrastructure and Green building should be promoted. (3) Climate friendly agriculture & Tourism should be done. (4) Global support and research is needed. Melting glaciers will have a far-reaching impact thus needs to 10 subject to curb nature.
Diagram
Flow chart showing ecosystem impacts with temperature disturbance to ocean leading to multiple consequences including sea level rise, cyclonic activity, drowning islands, and reduced albedo
- Cites IPCC report as authoritative source
- Structured diagram approach
- Covers ecosystem impacts comprehensively
Anjali Thankur
Important Geophysical Phenomena
Climate change and glacial melting
Impacts of glacier melting on ecosystem and human society
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