Earth's Turbulent Eons of Climate Change.
Published In: Science News, 2025, v. 207, n. 8. P. 32 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Cutts, Elise 3 of 3
Abstract
The article explores Earth's climatic history to understand potential future scenarios in the context of global warming. It details significant geological periods, such as the Hadean Eon, Archean Eon, and the Permian extinction, highlighting how Earth's climate has fluctuated between extreme warmth and ice ages, often influenced by greenhouse gases and geological events. The narrative emphasizes that while current human-induced climate change may lead to severe consequences for life on Earth, the planet itself has a history of recovery from catastrophic events, suggesting that life will persist even if humanity does not. The article ultimately underscores the fragility of our current climate and the potential for a future vastly different from the one we know today. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Science News. 2025/08, Vol. 207, Issue 8, p32
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
- Publication Date:2025
- ISSN:0036-8423
- Accession Number:186351653
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