— Heartland —
Effects of a warming climate:
The warming climate in the ‘Heartland’ brought out great impacts, changing the region’s biodiversity, ecosystems, and way of living. Warming climates have led to extreme weather events such as heavy rainfall which leads to floods and natural disasters. Biodiversity has been degrading due to being exposed to weather conditions that may not be typical for wildlife. Heatwaves have also been increased which may be problematic for certain species who may not have endurance for such weather. Climate change also causes biodiversity to be shifting toward the north, declining the population of animals in this region. A big part of Quebec and Ontario which is agriculture and forestry, has also been affected as crop cycles are disrupted.
Causes of a warming climate:
The causes of a warming climate in this reason can differ for many reasons including human, and natural causes. Greenhouse gas being emitted plays a role in climate change which is mainly carbon dioxide (CO2). Burning fossil fuels such as natural gas, oil, and coal releases large amounts of CO2 into the atmosphere, which is gradually causing the climate to change. Besides human activity, natural occurrences such as volcanic eruptions and the earth’s orbit around the sun can cause changes in specific areas in the world. The facts listed above show the problem of greenhouse gas being emitted and how much they can cause changes in the climate.
Citations:
https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/climate-change/causes.html
Very good drawing showing a great understanding of biotic/abiotic factors, the four spheres, and how carbon flows through it all. Your paragraphs show that you comprehend the possible causes and effects of climate change in your region. You could consider adding more information about the amount of carbon stored and moving in your region. Great work citing your sources.