When it comes to climate change, there are many misconceptions, distortions, outright lies and memes circulating online. In an effort to clear up some of the climate confusion, here are the top six climate myths, debunked.
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1. Myth: The Earth can’t be getting hotter, because it’s cold out.
2. Myth: The climate has changed before, so this change must be normal, too.
3. Myth: The Sun is responsible for global warming.
4. Myth: Climate change is actually good for us.
5. Myth: CO2 can’t be dangerous, because plants need it.
6. Myth: Scientists don’t agree about climate change.
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