greenhouse effect — The warming of Earth's atmosphere caused by gases that trap heat from the sun
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The warming of Earth's atmosphere caused by gases that trap heat from the sun
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡriːnhaʊs ɪˈfekt/
Example Sentences
- My room has such a strong greenhouse effect that I could grow tropical plants without a heater!
- Scientists study the greenhouse effect to understand climate change patterns.
- Without the natural greenhouse effect, Earth would be as cold as a freezer.
greenhouse effect
NOUN[/ˈɡriːnhaʊs ɪˈfekt/]
The warming of Earth's atmosphere caused by gases that trap heat from the sun
Rising heat trapped by gases shows the greenhouse effect warming our planet.
The greenhouse effect heats up both the house and the mouse!
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“My room has such a strong greenhouse effect that I could grow tropical plants without a heater!”
“Scientists study the greenhouse effect to understand climate change patterns.”
“Without the natural greenhouse effect, Earth would be as cold as a freezer.”
“My car parked in the sun demonstrates the greenhouse effect perfectly - it's like an oven inside!”
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