Climate Change [Individual Flashcard]

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____ refers to change in weather pattern caused directly or indirectly by human activities.

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Climate Change

Front

What is the term that describes increase in the average temperature of the earth’s atmosphere called?

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Global Warming

Front

What is a type of air pollution built up from vehicle engines and industrial smoke?

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Smog

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What is the term used to describe the amount of carbon dioxide emitted by a particular person due to the consumption of fossil fuels?

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Carbon footprint

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Which of the following activities emits carbon dioxide? Reusing old clothes, Planting more trees, Using solar panels at home, Going to school by car

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Going to school by car

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Layer of snow that gathers in winter and melts in summer is called

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snowpack

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Layer of snow and ice that is found on land all year long is called

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glacier, glaciers

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Which of the following help to reduce the greenhouse emissions? Open burning, Using plastic bag, Walking and cycling, Keeping air-conditioning at home on 24/7 to keep house cool

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Walking and cycling

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Which one of the following is the disadvantage of nuclear power?

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It produces radioactive waste.

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What is the method of using the heat energy from within the earth and changing it into electricity called?

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Geothermal Energy