A shift of only a few degrees Fahrenheit in the average global temperature will likely result in more frequent and extreme heat waves. Which of the following choices best describes this phenomenon?

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This phenomenon is a result of climate change. Climate change refers to changes in global climate patterns that are mostly caused by human activities, such as burning fossil fuels for energy and deforestation. These activities release large amounts of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, which trap heat from the sun and lead to global warming. As the global temperature increases, it can cause a range of impacts on the climate, including more frequent and extreme heat waves.

A Shift of Only a Few Degrees Fahrenheit in the Average