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If so, wasn't it confirmed when we saw an increase in ice levels at the poles this year?
ray b said:NO
if Earth gets warmer ice melts
current polar ice recovery is due to the sun cycles
and the current lack of sun spots
LightbulbSun said:If so, wasn't it confirmed when we saw an increase in ice levels at the poles this year?
While global warming does cause an overall increase in temperature, it also leads to changes in weather patterns and ocean currents. This can result in increased snowfall and colder temperatures in some areas, leading to an overall increase in ice levels at the poles. Additionally, ice can take longer to melt than other forms of precipitation, so it may take some time for the effects of global warming to be seen in the polar regions.
The increase in ice levels at the poles is relatively small compared to the overall trend of melting ice in other parts of the world. In fact, scientists have observed a significant decline in sea ice extent in the Arctic and Antarctic regions over the past few decades. This trend is consistent with the effects of global warming and the overall warming of the planet.
No, the increase in ice levels at the poles does not disprove the reality of global warming. It is important to remember that global warming refers to the long-term trend of increasing temperatures and changes in climate patterns, rather than just short-term fluctuations. The overall trend of melting ice in other parts of the world and increasing global temperatures is still a clear indication of the reality of global warming.
Scientists attribute the increase in ice levels at the poles to a combination of factors, including changes in weather patterns, ocean currents, and natural variability. Additionally, some studies suggest that the melting of land-based ice sheets, such as in Greenland and Antarctica, can cause changes in ocean currents that may result in more ice accumulation in certain parts of the polar regions.
It is difficult to predict with certainty what will happen to ice levels at the poles in the future. While some studies suggest that the increase in ice levels may continue in the short-term, the long-term trend of melting ice and increasing temperatures is expected to continue due to the continued release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. Therefore, it is important to focus on long-term trends rather than short-term fluctuations in ice levels at the poles when discussing the reality of global warming.