Grade 9 Climate

What is the greenhouse effect?

• The greenhouse effect is the process by which the Earth's atmosphere has no impact on the planet's temperature.

• The greenhouse effect is the process by which radiation from a planet's atmosphere warms the planet's surface to a temperature above what it would be without its atmosphere.

• The greenhouse effect is the process by which the Earth's atmosphere cools down the planet's surface.

• The greenhouse effect is the process by which plants trap heat from the sun to help them grow.

Explain the difference between weather and climate.

• Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area, while climate refers to long-term patterns of temperature, precipitation, and other weather variables in a region.

• Climate only refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while weather refers to long-term patterns

• Weather and climate are the same thing

• Weather only refers to temperature, while climate refers to all weather variables

What are the major greenhouse gases and their sources?

• Sulfur dioxide (SO2), carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen dioxide (NO2)

• Oxygen (O2), water vapor (H2O), nitrogen (N2)

• Helium (He), argon (Ar), neon (Ne)

• Carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), fluorinated gases

Describe the impact of deforestation on the climate.

• Deforestation increases greenhouse gases and contributes to climate change.

• Deforestation helps to reduce greenhouse gases and stabilize the climate

• Deforestation has no impact on the climate

• Deforestation leads to increased rainfall and cooler temperatures

What is the role of the ocean in regulating the Earth's climate?

• Releasing carbon dioxide into the atmosphere

• Absorbing and storing heat, distributing heat around the globe through ocean currents, and absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

• Reducing the Earth's temperature

• Causing extreme weather events

Explain the concept of global warming and its causes.

• Global warming is caused by the cooling of the Earth's atmosphere.

• Global warming is caused by the decrease in greenhouse gas emissions.

• Global warming is caused by the release of greenhouse gases from burning fossil fuels and deforestation.

• Global warming is caused by excessive use of renewable energy sources.

Discuss the effects of climate change on wildlife and ecosystems.

• Climate change only affects human populations

• Climate change can lead to habitat loss, changes in migration patterns, and increased risk of extinction for many species.

• Wildlife and ecosystems benefit from climate change

• Climate change has no impact on wildlife and ecosystems

What are some ways individuals can reduce their carbon footprint?

• Leaving lights and appliances on when not in use

• Using public transportation, walking, biking, reducing energy consumption, using energy-efficient appliances, and supporting renewable energy

• Driving a gas-guzzling car

• Supporting coal and oil industries

Describe the importance of renewable energy sources in combating climate change.

• Renewable energy sources reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.

• Renewable energy sources are not reliable enough to replace fossil fuels

• Renewable energy sources have no impact on climate change

• Renewable energy sources are too expensive to be practical

Explain the concept of climate justice and its significance in addressing climate change.

• Climate justice is not important in addressing climate change

• Climate justice does not consider the impact of climate change on vulnerable populations

• Climate justice only benefits those who are most responsible for causing climate change

• Climate justice is important in addressing climate change because it ensures that the burden of climate impacts and the benefits of climate action are fairly distributed among all people, especially those who are most vulnerable and least responsible for causing climate change.