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Why is the burning of fossil fuels, which releases carbon dioxide into atmosphere, a concern to scientists

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They cause climate change by trapping heat, and they also contribute to respiratory disease from smog and air pollution. Extreme weather, food supply disruptions, and increased wildfires are other effects of climate change caused by greenhouse gases.
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