Climate Change
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Biology
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9th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is climate change?
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Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time, primarily driven by human activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes.
2.
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.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are greenhouse gases?
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Greenhouse gases are gases that contribute to the greenhouse effect, including carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), and water vapor.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the main cause of rising sea levels?
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The main cause of rising sea levels is the melting of land ice, such as glaciers and ice sheets, which adds water to the oceans.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does carbon dioxide contribute to global warming?
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Carbon dioxide traps heat in the atmosphere, leading to an increase in global temperatures.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the projected year when most coral reefs are expected to be dead?
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Most coral reefs are projected to be dead by the year 2050 due to climate change and ocean acidification.
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What is ocean acidification?
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Ocean acidification is the process by which the ocean becomes more acidic due to increased carbon dioxide absorption, affecting marine life.
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