The relationship between water, climate change, the water cycle, and the geography of climate change is complex and interconnected: 1. Climate Change and the Water Cycle: - Temperature Changes: Climate change, driven by factors like greenhouse gas emissions, leads to rising global temperatures. This, in turn, affects the water cycle by influencing rates of evaporation and condensation. - Altered Precipitation Patterns: Changes in climate can result in shifts in precipitation patterns, including changes in the frequency, intensity, and distribution of rainfall. This impacts regional water availability and drought/flood occurrences. 2. Water and Climate Change Impacts: - Sea Level Rise: Climate change contributes to the melting of ice caps and glaciers, causing sea levels to rise. This affects coastal areas, leading to saltwater intrusion into freshwater sources. - Extreme Weather Events: Increased frequency and intensity of extreme events such as hurricanes, floods, and heat
Focused on advancing knowledge and expertise in Geography, GIS, Remote Sensing, Geographical Data Science, and Analysis, I am deeply committed to teaching and conducting research in these fields. With a keen interest in leveraging data-driven approaches for informed decision-making, I specialize in crafting maps that facilitate effective analysis and interpretation of spatial information. Assistant Professor Of Geography, PG and Research Department of Geography, Government College Chittur