O gás de efeito estufa
Example: O gás de efeito estufa contribui para o aquecimento global.
Definition
"O gás de efeito estufa" refers to gases in Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, contributing to the warming of the planet. These gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, play a key role in regulating the climate but excess amounts lead to global warming.
Etymology
The phrase "o gás de efeito estufa" literally means 'the greenhouse effect gas' in Portuguese. It is derived from the analogy to a greenhouse, where glass traps heat inside, similar to how these gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere. Did you know that this term highlights the warming effect caused by certain atmospheric gases?
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the greenhouse gas