Intro to Climate Change

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What is climate?

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Climate refers to the average temperature and amount of precipitation in a specific area over a long period of time.

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What is weather?

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Weather describes the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases in the Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, helping to keep the planet warm. Examples include carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor.

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Which gas is not a greenhouse gas?

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Oxygen is not considered a greenhouse gas.

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Why are greenhouse gases important?

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Greenhouse gases are important because they help maintain the Earth's temperature, making it suitable for life.

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What is one solution to decrease global temperatures?

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Using more biofuels is one solution to help decrease global temperatures.

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What is the difference between climate and weather?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather patterns, while weather is the short-term state of the atmosphere.

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True or False: Greenhouse gases are harmful to life on Earth.

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False. Greenhouse gases are helpful to life on Earth.

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What is an example of weather?

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An unusually warm day in winter is an example of weather.

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What is an example of climate?

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The average temperature of a region over several decades is an example of climate.