How does global dimming affect plant growth?

Less sun light means less energy for plants to turn CO2 and H2O into the nutrients for plant growth. Though the cloud would mean a cooling effect, it probably won’t offset the global warming effect, which means higher evapotranspiration rates and plants would consume more water. read more

Yes, global warming could cause the extinction of plans and animals. All animals and plants have a temperature range within which they thrive, and outside of which they suffer. To some extent, animals and plants can move polewards to stay in a comfortable temperature zone as temperatures rise globally. read more

The answer is fairly simple. Higher temperatures and other climate changes decrease the amount of rain and water plants receive, as well as elevating sea temperatures. This can cause droughts and increases the risk for wild fires. The effect of global warming on plants is caused by numerous factors. read more