Intro to Climate Change

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What is climate?

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Climate refers to the average temperature and amount of precipitation in a specific area over a long period of time.

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What is weather?

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Weather describes the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What is a greenhouse gas?

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Greenhouse gases are gases in the Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, contributing to the greenhouse effect. Examples include carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor.

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Which gas is not a greenhouse gas?

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Oxygen is not a greenhouse gas.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in the Earth's atmosphere trap heat, keeping the planet warm enough to support life.

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What has increased alongside global temperatures over the past century?

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Carbon dioxide levels have increased at about the same rate as global temperatures.

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What are biofuels?

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Biofuels are renewable fuels made from organic materials, such as plants, that can be used to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

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What is the difference between climate and weather?

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Climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a region, while weather refers to the short-term conditions at a specific time.

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What is an example of weather?

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An unusually warm day in winter is an example of weather.

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What is an example of climate?

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The average temperature and precipitation in a region over several decades is an example of climate.