Climate Change

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What is climate change?

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Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time, primarily driven by human activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases in the Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, contributing to the greenhouse effect. Major greenhouse gases include carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O).

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True or False: The amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere is decreasing.

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False

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What is the definition of weather?

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Weather is the specific condition of the atmosphere at a particular place and time, including factors like temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

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Which of the following have been linked to climate change?

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All of the above (including human activities, natural processes, and other factors).

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in the Earth's atmosphere trap heat, preventing it from escaping into space and thereby warming the planet.

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Name three major greenhouse gases.

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Carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O).

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How do human activities contribute to climate change?

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Human activities contribute to climate change primarily through the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes that release greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

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What role do oceans play in climate change?

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Oceans absorb a significant amount of carbon dioxide and heat, influencing global climate patterns and helping to regulate temperature.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term average weather patterns in a specific area.