Greenhouse Gasses And Effect And Climate Change Flashcards

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of the Earth’s surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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True or False: Greenhouse gases are essential for life on Earth.

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True

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Name two major greenhouse gases.

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4)

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Fill in the blank: The greenhouse effect is caused by the ______ of heat by greenhouse gases.

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trapping

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What human activities increase the levels of greenhouse gases?

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Burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes.

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Multiple Choice: Which gas is considered the most abundant greenhouse gas?

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A) Carbon Dioxide

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True or False: Water vapor is a greenhouse gas.

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True

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What is the role of the sun in the greenhouse effect?

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The sun provides energy in the form of sunlight, which warms the Earth.

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Fill in the blank: Greenhouse gases absorb and emit ______ radiation.

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infrared

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What is the primary source of methane emissions?

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Agriculture, particularly from livestock digestion.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

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C) Oxygen

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How do greenhouse gases contribute to climate change?

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By trapping heat in the atmosphere, they lead to an increase in global temperatures.

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True or False: The greenhouse effect is a natural process.

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True

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What is one effect of increased greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

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Global warming.

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Fill in the blank: The increase in greenhouse gases is primarily due to ______ activity.

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human

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What is one way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

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Using renewable energy sources.

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17
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following contributes to carbon dioxide emissions?

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B) Burning coal

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18
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What is the estimated percentage of CO2 in the atmosphere?

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Approximately 0.04%.

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True or False: Greenhouse gases can remain in the atmosphere for decades to centuries.

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True

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What is the term for the potential impact of climate change on weather patterns?

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Climate variability.

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Fill in the blank: The Kyoto Protocol is an international agreement aimed at reducing ______ emissions.

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greenhouse gas

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22
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What is the greenhouse gas with the highest global warming potential?

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Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6)

23
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Multiple Choice: Which sector is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions?
A agriculture
B transportation
C energy production
D industrialization

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C) Energy production

24
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How do trees help mitigate the greenhouse effect?

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By absorbing carbon dioxide during photosynthesis.

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True or False: Reducing greenhouse gas emissions can help slow climate change.
True
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What is one potential consequence of climate change?
Rising sea levels.
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Fill in the blank: The process of capturing and storing carbon dioxide is known as ______ capture.
carbon
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What is climate change?
A long-term alteration of temperature and typical weather patterns in a place.
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True or False: Climate change only refers to global warming.
False
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What greenhouse gas is primarily responsible for climate change?
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
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Fill in the blank: The increase in Earth's average temperature due to human activities is known as __________.
global warming
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What are two major human activities that contribute to climate change?
Burning fossil fuels and deforestation.
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a consequence of climate change? A) Rising sea levels B) Increased biodiversity C) Cooler temperatures
A) Rising sea levels
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What is the greenhouse effect?
The process by which certain gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere.
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True or False: Climate change can lead to more extreme weather events.
True
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What role do oceans play in climate change?
Oceans absorb carbon dioxide and heat, influencing climate patterns.
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Fill in the blank: __________ is the international agreement aimed at combating climate change.
The Paris Agreement
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What is one effect of climate change on polar regions?
Melting ice caps and glaciers.
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a renewable energy source? A) Coal B) Solar C) Natural gas
B) Solar
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What is deforestation?
The clearing of trees to make way for agriculture or urban development.
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True or False: Climate change only affects certain countries.
False
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What is carbon footprint?
The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted by an individual, organization, or product.
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Fill in the blank: __________ refers to the gradual increase in Earth's temperature due to human activities.
Global warming
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What is one way individuals can help combat climate change?
Reducing energy consumption.
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Multiple choice: Which sector contributes the most to global greenhouse gas emissions? A) Transportation B) Agriculture C) Industry
C) Industry
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What are fossil fuels?
Natural substances formed from decomposed plants and animals, used as energy sources.
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True or False: Planting trees can help reduce climate change.
True
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What is climate adaptation?
Adjusting practices, processes, and structures to minimize damage from climate change.
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Fill in the blank: __________ is the term for the rise in global sea levels due to melting ice and thermal expansion.
Sea level rise
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What is the impact of climate change on agriculture?
Altered growing seasons and reduced crop yields.
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas? A) Methane B) Nitrous oxide C) Oxygen
C) Oxygen
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What does the term 'sustainability' mean?
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising future generations.
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True or False: Electric vehicles can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
True