Climate change EOC Study guide

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What is climate?

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An area's pattern of weather over a long period of time.

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What is the Greenhouse Effect?

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The process by which certain gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, leading to an increase in temperature.

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Where are changes in temperature expected to be greatest due to climate change?

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Near the poles.

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What is the main human activity that releases greenhouse gases?

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Burning fossil fuels.

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Which gas is a significant cause of global warming?

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Carbon Dioxide.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Gases in the Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, including carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide.

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How does deforestation contribute to climate change?

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It reduces the number of trees that can absorb carbon dioxide, increasing greenhouse gas levels.

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What role do oceans play in climate regulation?

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Oceans absorb carbon dioxide and heat, influencing global climate patterns.

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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 is the long-term average of weather patterns.

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What is the impact of melting ice caps on sea levels?

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Melting ice caps contribute to rising sea levels, which can lead to coastal flooding.