Greenhouse Gases: Why Is CO2 More Concerning?

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Scientists are increasingly concerned about carbon dioxide (CO2) as a greenhouse gas compared to methane (CH4) due to its higher annual emissions from biological sources, particularly animal respiration, and the combustion of fossil fuels. CO2 is generated in larger quantities than methane, making its impact on climate change more significant. Additionally, while methane can be burned to produce CO2, the overall volume of CO2 released from various sources remains a critical factor in climate discussions.

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why are scientists now more concerned about carbon dioxide as a greenhouse gas rather than methane for example?
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Because more carbon dioxide is generated from biological sources (animal respiration) and the combustion of fossil fuels on an annual basis than methane is. At least with mineral methane (natural gas), you can burn it to make more carbon dioxide.
 

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