Atmosphere and Greenhouse Gases Flashcard Review

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What happens to the temperature on Earth when the Sun's energy is trapped by greenhouse gases?

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The temperature on Earth will increase.

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Which layer of Earth's atmosphere is the coldest?

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The Mesosphere.

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What are the two main gases that make up the Earth's atmosphere?

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Oxygen and Nitrogen.

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Why does cutting down trees increase global warming?

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Trees soak up carbon dioxide.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Gases that absorb infrared radiation (heat energy).

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What is the role of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

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They trap heat and keep the Earth warm.

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Name one effect of global warming on weather patterns.

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Increased frequency of extreme weather events.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The process by which greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere.

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How do trees help combat global warming?

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By absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

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What is the primary source of greenhouse gases?

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Human activities such as burning fossil fuels.