2006-12-13 06:55:06 · 5 answers · asked by EJ 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology
The biggest fear is that we have no real way to tell what the outcomes are, including 'tipping points' where we end up in intractable situations that cannot be cured. For example: Oceans rise by 300 feet (ice melts worldwide - already in progress); wars due to resource shortages (check in with Africa & the Colorado river); killing off a vital element in the food chain (such as oceanic krill).
Ironically, few of us will personally be a victim - but our children and grandchildren may curse us for our stupidity. We already know that many will suffer and die in the long term; it's only a question of how many.
Of course, what infuritates me most is those who don't "believe" in global warming - it's kind of like not "believing" in gravity. These folks could care less about the future - or our descendents.
2006-12-13 07:23:01 · answer #1 · answered by William S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mr William S is running with half truths, and smearing Bush only proves that. The truth is: The trends look as if the world is possible going through some sort of a change that may or may not be caused or affected by mankind. The earth has gone through many drastic changes in the last few billion years, and considering that humans had no part in any of them, I think it is pretty irresponsible to assume we are to blame now. Especially for obvious political reasons. Anyone that is afraid of the theory of global warming should really reconsider their priorities. Everyone should just use common sense in regards to consumption, don't contribute in overpopulating the world, and enjoy life.
2006-12-13 07:42:58 · answer #2 · answered by atkcpk 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How's about altering the global climate in a way that will make the world unable to sustain it's current growing population.
Not to mention global flooding as ocean levels rise.
2006-12-13 07:00:57 · answer #3 · answered by Wyleeguy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My name is Rafael Lomena. I write from Alicante (Spain). I am independent investigator on the Accelerated Global Heating and want to share with all something that can turn out from interest to fight this phenomenon.
My complete report is in: http://inicia.es/de/rlv/clim.htm
If they do not understand the Spanish they can use the automatic translator that will find in the main page of site:
http://inicia.es/de/rlv
Thanks to all.
(* This message has been translated with a translation software)
2006-12-14 22:10:39 · answer #4 · answered by ELPATRON 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Starvation and Dehydration to start with.
2006-12-13 07:02:52 · answer #5 · answered by OneRunningMan 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋