Question

what environmental consequence is closely associated with the disruption of the carbon cycle by human activities?
global warming
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Explanation:

Human activities like burning fossil fuels and deforestation disrupt the carbon cycle by releasing excess carbon dioxide into the atmosphere and reducing natural carbon sinks. This excess CO₂ traps heat in the atmosphere, driving the rise in global average temperatures, which is global warming.

Answer:

global warming