GREENHOUSE GASES, GLOBAL WARMING, AND CLIMATE CHANGE

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What do greenhouse gases do in our atmosphere?

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They absorb the radiation given off by the Earth.

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What is another word for 'albedo'?

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Reflectivity.

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What has been the trend in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels since 1960?

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Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels have increased steadily since 1960.

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Which of the following contributes to an INCREASE in carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?

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Deforestation.

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What is climate change?

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Change in global climates, such as an increase in the global temperature and major variations in precipitation patterns.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The process by which greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, keeping the Earth warm.

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Name a major greenhouse gas produced by human activities.

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Carbon dioxide (CO2).

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What role do oceans play in climate change?

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Oceans absorb carbon dioxide and heat, influencing global temperatures and weather patterns.

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What is the impact of deforestation on climate change?

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Deforestation increases carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

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How does increased carbon dioxide affect global temperatures?

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Increased carbon dioxide leads to higher global temperatures due to enhanced greenhouse effect.