Climate Change and Natural Disasters Exam

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A rapidly whirling, funnel-shaped cloud that reaches down to touch Earth's surface.

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tornado

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climate change

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long-term change in the usual weather patterns

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Three major sources of greenhouse gas emissions are

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transportation, creating of electricity and agriculture

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Global Warming

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Continuing rise in the average temperature of Earth's climate system

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atmosphere

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the air (gases) surrounding Earth

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What is the most abundant greenhouse gas?

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Carbon dioxide

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deforestation

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removing forests, contributes CO2 to atmosphere due to burning and taking away the plants that absorb CO2

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A severe storm that develops over oceans that has strong winds of more than 120 km/h and rain

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hurricane

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Some ways to slow Global Warming are: Take lots of airplane trips, Making your bed and cleaning your room., Buying food and items from far away (other countries), Riding your bike, recycling, save energy, use less water

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Riding your bike, recycling, save energy, use less water

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Sustainability

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The process of maintaining resources so they are not depleted or permanently damaged.