
Unit 5 ENV Sci Flashcard Greenhouse Gases
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a greenhouse gas?
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A greenhouse gas is a gas that traps heat in the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect and global warming.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Name three major greenhouse gases.
Back
Carbon dioxide (CO2), Methane (CH4), and Nitrous oxide (N2O) are three major greenhouse gases.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the greenhouse effect?
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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, preventing it from escaping into space, thus warming the planet.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does carbon dioxide contribute to global warming?
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Carbon dioxide absorbs infrared radiation emitted from the Earth's surface, leading to an increase in atmospheric temperatures.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which gas is considered the most potent greenhouse gas in terms of its heat-trapping ability?
Back
Methane is considered the most potent greenhouse gas, with a much higher heat-trapping ability than carbon dioxide.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to sea levels when global temperatures rise?
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When global temperatures rise, sea levels increase due to the melting of polar ice caps and glaciers.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What role does water vapor play in the greenhouse effect?
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Water vapor is a significant greenhouse gas that amplifies the greenhouse effect by trapping heat in the atmosphere.
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