1. the carbon in fossil fuels was in the atmosphere long
ago. why does burning these fuels and releasing the
carbon back into the atmosphere create a problem
today?

Politically correct When we burn fossil fuels, we release carbon into the atmosphere as carbon dioxide too much excess CO2 not absorbed by plants leads to global warming.

Explanation:

Thats the politically correct answer, however, anyone with a brain can look back at the earth's temperature and see that the earth is actually COOLING not warming. If you don't believe me look it up for yourself.

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