Humans and Environment Lesson 4

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What do global climate models predict about the climate?

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Global climate models make long-term predictions about the climate, not short-term.

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What gas is released when fossil fuels like gas, oil, and coal are burned?

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) is released when gas, oil, and coal are burned.

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What is the natural process called when certain gases in the atmosphere absorb and reradiate thermal energy from the Sun?

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The Greenhouse Effect.

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What phenomenon occurs when corals lose their color due to rising ocean temperatures?

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Coral bleaching.

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Is the Greenhouse Effect always harmful?

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No, the Greenhouse Effect is not always a bad thing; it is essential for maintaining Earth's temperature.

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What role does carbon dioxide play in the atmosphere?

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Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that contributes to the Greenhouse Effect by trapping heat in the atmosphere.

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What are some consequences of coral bleaching?

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Coral bleaching can lead to the loss of marine biodiversity, disrupt ecosystems, and affect fisheries.

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How does the Greenhouse Effect contribute to global warming?

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The Greenhouse Effect traps heat in the atmosphere, leading to an increase in Earth's average temperature, which contributes to global warming.

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What human activities contribute to the increase of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

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Burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes contribute to the increase of greenhouse gases.

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What is the significance of the Greenhouse Effect for life on Earth?

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The Greenhouse Effect is crucial for maintaining a habitable climate on Earth by keeping the planet warm enough to support life.