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1
Q

Why is the greenhouse effect important?

A

Without it temperatures on earth would average -18

All heat would escape from earth and we would freeze at night

2
Q

What is the problem with enhancing the greenhouse affect nb producing co2?

A

Earth is getting warmer as more radiation is absorbed and unable to escape which causes the air to get warmer

3
Q

What are the main greenhouse gases?

A

Carbon dioxide from burning fossil fuels and deforestation
Methane from cows and organic waste
Nitrous oxide from soils and fertilisers
Water vapour

4
Q

What will a rise in temperature result in?

A

Ice caps melting and reduced snowfall

5
Q

What do greenhouse gases do?

A

Naturally stop all heat that is reflected back into space from escaping

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