Climate Change

Climate Change

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Biology

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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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 caused by human activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the greenhouse effect?

Back

The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, preventing it from escaping into space, which leads to an increase in global temperatures.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are greenhouse gases?

Back

Greenhouse gases are gases that contribute to the greenhouse effect by absorbing infrared radiation. Key examples include carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O).

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does carbon dioxide contribute to global warming?

Back

Carbon dioxide traps heat in the atmosphere, leading to an increase in global temperatures, which is a primary driver of climate change.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What human activities release greenhouse gases?

Back

Human activities such as burning fossil fuels (coal, oil, and natural gas), deforestation, and industrial processes release significant amounts of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of methane in climate change?

Back

Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that is more effective than carbon dioxide at trapping heat in the atmosphere, contributing significantly to global warming.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the impact of deforestation on climate change?

Back

Deforestation reduces the number of trees that can absorb carbon dioxide, leading to higher levels of CO2 in the atmosphere and contributing to climate change.

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