Year 10 Environmental Science – Greenhouse Effect Revision Notes

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Emit

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To produce or release light.

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Reflect

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To cast back light from a surface.

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Absorb

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To take up without reflecting.

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Greenhouse gas concentration is NONE

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Sunlight energy waves reach Earth, some are reflected back. Infrared energy waves escape easily into space. Temperature is lower.

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Greenhouse gas concentration is HIGH

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More infrared energy waves are trapped by greenhouse gases. Less energy escapes into space. Temperature increases significantly.

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Effects of Clouds

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Clouds reflect sunlight, affecting temperature. Removing clouds can cause temperature increase.

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Comparing Time Periods

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Greenhouse gases have increased over time. Temperature has increased alongside rising greenhouse gases.

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Natural Greenhouse Effect

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Keeps Earth warm enough for life.

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Enhanced Greenhouse Effect

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Increased due to human activities (burning fossil fuels), causing global warming.