A politician states that climate change really isn't an issue, because as soon as humans stop introducing excess CO₂ into the environment, geological processes immediately remove it. He makes the comment that, "As soon as we stop, Earth cleans itself up." This statement is:

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The statement is false. While geological processes do remove some carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, it is not at a rate that can keep up with current human emissions. Additionally, other greenhouse gases, such as methane, are not removed as readily by geological processes. Climate change is a real and pressing issue that requires action to reduce human emissions.

A Politician States That Climate Change Really Isn't an Issue