Chapter 7 Climate Change

Chapter 7 Climate Change

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Flashcard

Science

11th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
HS-ESS3-5, HS-ESS2-4, HS-ESS2-6

+3

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the El Niño/Southern Oscillation (ENSO)?

Back

ENSO is a climate pattern that describes the fluctuations in temperature between the ocean and atmosphere in the east-central Pacific. It significantly affects global weather patterns.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS3-1

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the expected climate changes over a human lifetime according to climatologists?

Back

Climatologists expect little to no change in climate over a human lifetime, indicating stability in climate conditions.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What percentage of incoming solar radiation reaches the Earth's surface?

Back

50% of incoming solar radiation reaches the Earth's surface, which is crucial for supporting life.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-4

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which fuel produces the most CO2 per energy unit?

Back

Coal produces the most CO2 per energy unit compared to natural gas, oil, and methane.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-4

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main component of Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen is the main component of Earth's atmosphere, making up about 78% of it.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is climate change?

Back

Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time, primarily driven by human activities.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-4

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do greenhouse gases play in climate change?

Back

Greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, leading to a warming effect known as the greenhouse effect.

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-4

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

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