The Geography of Climate Change: Ice Cores and Global Warming

CrashCourse

This comprehensive educational video from Crash Course Geography explores the complex science and social implications of climate change. Hosted by Alizé Carrère, the video begins with a personal narrative about the disappearance of the Okjökull glacier in Iceland, setting the stage for a deeper investigation into how our planet's landscapes are shifting. It meticulously distinguishes between the terms "climate change" and "global warming," clarifying that while the former refers to long-term shifts in weather patterns (both natural and human-caused), the latter specifically describes the recent rapid rise in Earth's average surface temperature due to human activities.