Green House Effect

Open Ended

Explain the difference between the natural greenhouse effect and the anthropogenic greenhouse effect, and describe why the latter is a concern for climate change.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following gases is NOT considered a greenhouse gas?

• CO2

• H2O

• O2

• CH4

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Rank the following greenhouse gases from strongest to weakest: N2O, CO2, CH4.

Open Ended

Differentiate between natural and anthropogenic greenhouse gases. Include examples of these gases and their origins, to support your work.

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CO2, CH4, and N2O are greenhouse gases that can be released both naturally and

.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are examples of anthropogenic sources of greenhouse gases?

• Burning fossil fuels

• Forest fires

• Agriculture (rice and cattle)

• Evaporation & transpiration

Open Ended

Explain how anthropogenic causes of global warming are causing both violent and unexpected weather patterns. Give examples for full marks.

Multiple Choice

What are two main types of weather changes associated with increased energy in the atmosphere due to global warming, as described in the slides?

• Violent weather and unexpected weather

• Cold snaps and heat waves

• Droughts and tornadoes

• Snowstorms and hurricanes

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of unexpected weather caused by global warming?

• Sudden flooding in Alberta

• Hurricane Katrina

• Hurricane Sandy

• Drought in the Sahara

Open Ended

Explain the carbon dioxide feedback loop using a simple diagram. Why are scientists concerned about the potential effects of rising temperatures with regards to this loop?

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CO2 traps thermal

in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

Open Ended

Do you have any questions or topics from sections 8.6 and 9.4 that you would like to explore further?

Open Ended

What is one key concept you learned from today's session on sections 8.6 and 9.4?