CO2 Production

Definition

CO2 production refers to the release of carbon dioxide gas into the atmosphere through various human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, which contributes to climate change.

Analogy

Imagine blowing up a balloon with your breath. The more you blow into it, the bigger it gets. Similarly, when we burn fossil fuels or cut down trees, we release more and more CO2 into the atmosphere, causing its concentration to increase over time.

Related terms

Greenhouse Effect: The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases (including CO2) trap heat in Earth's atmosphere, leading to global warming.

Carbon Footprint: A carbon footprint is a measure of the total amount of greenhouse gases (including CO2) emitted directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, or product.

Carbon Sink: A carbon sink is a natural or artificial reservoir that absorbs and stores more carbon than it releases. Examples include forests and oceans.