Climate Change Overview

Climate Change Overview

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Science

9th Grade

Hard

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KATHERINE JOY YUBAL

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is climate change?

Back

The long-term alteration of temperature and typical weather patterns, primarily caused by human activities.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the primary causes of climate change?

Back

Burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and pollution.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does burning fossil fuels contribute to climate change?

Back

It releases carbon dioxide (CO₂) and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is deforestation and its impact on climate change?

Back

The large-scale removal of trees and forests that reduces carbon storage and releases stored carbon dioxide.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role does pollution play in climate change?

Back

It introduces harmful substances into the environment, exacerbating climate change and harming health and ecosystems.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the effects of climate change?

Back

Rising sea levels, extreme weather, and loss of biodiversity.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes rising sea levels?

Back

Melting glaciers and ice sheets, and the thermal expansion of seawater.

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