Bio St 2.2.1

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What is the primary goal of methods used to reduce sulfur dioxide emissions from smokestacks?

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To lessen the environmental impact of acid rain.

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Define greenhouse gases.

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Gases that cause climate change.

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What lake condition primarily changes due to acid rain, affecting fish populations?

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pH.

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What extreme weather conditions are caused by climate change?

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Excessive heat, drought, extreme storms.

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Which of the following is NOT a consequence of enhanced global warming?

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Lower sea levels.

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What is acid rain?

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Rain that has been made acidic by pollutants in the atmosphere.

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How does increased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere affect climate?

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It contributes to the greenhouse effect, leading to global warming.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The trapping of the sun's warmth in the planet's lower atmosphere due to greenhouse gases.

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Name one major source of methane emissions.

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Agricultural practices, especially livestock farming.

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What is the impact of climate change on sea levels?

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Sea levels are rising due to melting ice caps and glaciers.