Climate & Ecological Footprint Review

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What gas from the list below is a cause for global warming? Options: Urethane, Oxygen, Carbon Dioxide

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Carbon Dioxide is a greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming.

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True or False: All of the radiation from the Sun is absorbed by the Earth

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False. Not all radiation from the Sun is absorbed; some is reflected back into space.

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The gas that is most abundant in the atmosphere is

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Nitrogen is the most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere, making up about 78%.

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When using the CER method, what is the reasoning?

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The reasoning is the explanation of why the answer was chosen, based on evidence.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of a planet due to trapped radiation, primarily from the Sun.

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What is an ecological footprint?

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An ecological footprint measures the environmental impact of an individual or community, expressed in terms of the amount of land and water area required.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, including carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide.

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What role do trees play in reducing carbon dioxide levels?

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Trees absorb carbon dioxide during photosynthesis, helping to reduce greenhouse gas levels in the atmosphere.

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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 due to human activities.

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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 average of these conditions over a long period.