Climate flashcard review

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What is the effect of carbon dioxide as a greenhouse gas?

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It increases the Earth's temperature by trapping heat.

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How does the availability of natural resources influence human activity?

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Regions with abundant natural resources often have higher population densities.

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What is the primary role of greenhouse gases in Earth's atmosphere?

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They absorb and re-radiate heat energy.

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What is the role of water vapor as a greenhouse gas?

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It absorbs heat and contributes to warming the atmosphere.

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What is the effect of being landlocked on temperature changes?

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Larger temperature changes.

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Define greenhouse gases.

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Gases in Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, including carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The process by which greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, leading to an increase in Earth's temperature.

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How do human activities contribute to climate change?

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Human activities, such as burning fossil fuels, increase the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What is the impact of deforestation on climate?

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Deforestation reduces the number of trees that can absorb carbon dioxide, contributing to increased greenhouse gas levels.

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Explain the concept of carbon footprint.

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The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, event, or product.