Human Impact and Climate Change

What is a carbon footprint?

• The amount of carbon in a person's body

• The weight of carbon in the atmosphere

• Total amount of greenhouse gases emitted by human activities

• The distance a person can walk in a day

How does deforestation contribute to climate change?

• Reduces the number of trees that can absorb carbon dioxide

• Increases the number of trees that can absorb carbon dioxide

• Leads to the release of oxygen into the atmosphere

• Has no impact on the carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere

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Name one example of a renewable energy source.

• Nuclear energy

• Solar energy

• Oil energy

• Coal energy

What is ocean acidification and how does it affect marine life?

• Ocean acidification is the process of the ocean becoming more acidic due to the absorption of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. It can negatively affect marine life by impacting the ability of organisms such as corals, shellfish, and plankton to build and maintain their shells and skeletons.

• Ocean acidification is the process of the ocean becoming less acidic due to the absorption of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. It has no impact on marine life.

• Ocean acidification is a natural process that has no effect on marine life.

• Ocean acidification is caused by the release of oxygen into the ocean, which can lead to increased marine life and biodiversity.

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Explain the concept of global warming.

• Global warming is a natural process that has nothing to do with human activities.

• Global warming is a myth created by scientists to receive more funding.

• Global warming is caused by the Earth moving closer to the sun.

• Global warming is the long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature due to human activities.

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How does pollution impact the environment and contribute to climate change?

• Pollution releases greenhouse gases and other harmful substances into the atmosphere, leading to global warming and climate change.

• Pollution actually helps to cool the planet and reduce climate change

• Pollution has no impact on the environment or climate change

• The impact of pollution on the environment and climate change is still unknown

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What are some ways to reduce your carbon footprint?

• Leaving lights and electronics on when not in use

• Driving a gas-guzzling car

• Eating a diet high in meat and dairy

• Some ways to reduce your carbon footprint include using public transportation, walking or biking, reducing energy consumption, using renewable energy sources, and eating a plant-based diet.

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What are the benefits of using renewable energy sources?

• Renewable energy sources help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, decrease air and water pollution, and promote energy independence.

• Renewable energy sources have no impact on air and water pollution

• Renewable energy sources lead to energy dependence

• Renewable energy sources increase greenhouse gas emissions

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How does global warming affect weather patterns?

• Global warming causes weather patterns to become more predictable

• Global warming causes changes in temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns.

• Global warming has no impact on weather patterns

• Global warming only affects the temperature but not precipitation or wind patterns

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What are some solutions to reduce pollution and its impact on climate change?

• Ignoring environmental regulations

• Some solutions include transitioning to renewable energy sources, implementing stricter regulations on emissions, promoting sustainable transportation, and reducing waste and consumption.

• Using more fossil fuels

• Increasing industrial emissions

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