Atmosphere, Climate Change and Human Impact

Atmosphere, Climate Change and Human Impact

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Science

7th - 9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are greenhouse gases?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the most abundant gas in Earth's atmosphere?

Back

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

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the atmosphere?

Back

The atmosphere is the layer of gases that surrounds the Earth, providing air for living organisms and protecting the planet from harmful solar radiation.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How is carbon stored in the environment?

Back

Carbon is stored in trees and other living things, oceans, underground in soil, and fossil fuels.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the greenhouse effect?

Back

The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in the atmosphere trap heat from the sun, keeping the Earth's surface warm.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do trees play in carbon storage?

Back

Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere during photosynthesis, storing carbon in their biomass.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is climate change?

Back

Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time, largely driven by human activities.

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