Factors Affecting Climate & Climate Change

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What are the main factors influencing climate?

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Altitude, Latitude, Ocean Currents, and Topography are key factors influencing climate.

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What is the relationship between atmospheric carbon dioxide levels and climate change?

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Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels have increased steadily since 1960, contributing to climate change.

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What is NOT evidence of global warming?

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Less Water Vapor in the Air is NOT evidence of global warming.

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Where do warm ocean currents generally originate?

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Warm ocean currents generally come from the Equator.

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Which ocean current is considered a warm ocean current?

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The East Australia Current is a warm ocean current.

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Define climate change.

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Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time.

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What role do ocean currents play in climate?

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Ocean currents help regulate temperatures by distributing heat around the planet.

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How does latitude affect climate?

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Latitude affects climate by determining the amount of solar energy received at different locations on Earth.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth’s surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, including carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide.