Climate Change & Symbiotic Relationships Flashcard Review

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What is the main difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is a short-term change in temperature and precipitation, while climate is a long-term change in temperature and precipitation patterns.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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A natural process where certain gases in the atmosphere trap heat from the sun, which warms the Earth.

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Which of the following is NOT one of the main greenhouse gases? Water vapor, Carbon dioxide, Methane, Sulfur dioxide

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Sulfur dioxide

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Which of the following is considered a fossil fuel? Solar energy, Coal, Wind energy, Water

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Coal

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Deforestation

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The cutting down of trees or forests for non-forest use.

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How does an increase in greenhouse gases affect the Earth?

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It traps an excess amount of heat and causes global warming.

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Which of the following is a conservation measure to combat climate change?

• Burning more fossil fuels.
• Deforestation.
• Transitioning to renewable energy.
• Using more non-renewable resources.

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Transitioning to renewable energy.

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Symbiotic relationship

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An interaction between two different organisms living in close physical association.

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In which symbiotic relationship do both species benefit?

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Mutualism

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What is the difference between obligate and facultative mutualism?

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In obligate mutualism, one organism cannot survive without the other, while in facultative mutualism, they are not dependent on each other for survival.