Natural causes of climate change

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  • What are the natural causes of orbital change?
    Orbital changes include natural causes.
  • What is the significance of Earth's orbit around the sun?
    It affects climate and seasonal changes.
  • What type of change occurs in Earth's orbit?
    Earth's orbit changes from circular to elliptical.
  • How does the distribution of Earth's head affect its orbit?
    It influences the shape of the orbit.
  • What happens to Earth's orbit when it is elliptical?
    It becomes warmer during certain periods.
  • What is the axial tilt of the Earth?
    The Earth tilts towards or away from the Sun.
  • What is the angle of Earth's axial tilt towards the Sun?
    27.5° to 24.3°.
  • How does axial tilt affect temperature?
    It causes warmer temperatures when tilted towards the Sun.
  • What happens when Earth tilts away from the Sun?
    It results in cooler temperatures.
  • How often does Earth wobble on its axis?
    Every 26,000 years.
  • What effect does Earth's wobble have on climate?
    It affects long-term climate patterns.
  • What are sunspots?
    Dark patches on the Sun's surface.
  • How often do sunspots develop?
    Every 11 years.
  • What is the effect of sunspots on temperature?
    They increase temperatures on Earth.
  • What are volcanic eruptions known to do?
    They can block sunlight from reaching Earth.
  • How do volcanic eruptions affect temperatures?
    They cause cooler temperatures due to ash.
  • What is the impact of volcanic ash on sunlight?
    It blocks sunlight from reaching Earth.
  • What happens to temperatures during volcanic winters?
    Temperatures become cooler.
  • What are the natural causes of orbital change?
    Natural causes include Earth's orbit changes.
  • How does Earth's axial tilt affect climate?
    It influences temperature variations throughout the year.
  • What is the effect of sunspots on Earth's temperature?
    Sunspots can increase Earth's temperatures.
  • How do volcanic eruptions impact climate?
    They can lead to cooler temperatures due to ash.