What is the critical difference between climate change 'mitigation' and 'adaptation' strategies?

The critical difference between climate change 'mitigation' and 'adaptation' strategies lies in their respective goals and approaches. Climate change mitigation refers to efforts to reduce or prevent the emission of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, thereby addressing the root causes of climate change. Mitigation strategies aim to limit the extent of future climate change by reducing the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Examples of mitigation strategies include transitioning to renewable energy sources....