Climate Change

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases in the Earth's atmosphere that trap heat. They include carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor.

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What is global warming?

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Global warming is the gradual increase in the Earth's average temperature due to the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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Which natural event does NOT produce carbon dioxide?

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Earthquake does NOT produce carbon dioxide.

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What happens to temperature when greenhouse gases increase?

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The temperature goes up.

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True or False: The Earth's atmosphere acts like a greenhouse.

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True.

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What is the main source of carbon dioxide emissions?

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The main sources include burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes.

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What role does the sun play in climate change?

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The sun provides energy that warms the Earth, but excess greenhouse gases can trap this heat, leading to climate change.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases trap heat in the atmosphere, keeping the Earth warm.

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Name one human activity that contributes to climate change.

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Burning fossil fuels for energy is a major human activity that contributes to climate change.

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What is the impact of deforestation on climate change?

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Deforestation increases carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere, contributing to climate change.