Residence time refers to the average duration that a substance, such as carbon in fossil fuels, remains in a particular system before being removed or transformed. When we extract and burn fossil fuels, we significantly shorten their residence time in the geological cycle, releasing stored carbon dioxide into the atmosphere much faster than natural processes can remove it, thereby increasing greenhouse gas concentrations and contributing to climate change. This rapid release can alter global temperatures, weather patterns, and disrupt natural ecosystems.
What is Residence Time? When we dig up fossil fuels and burn them, we are decreasing their residence time. How can this influence climate? in 2-3 sentances
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