Understanding Climate Change

What is climate?

• Average pattern of weather over a long time

• None of the above

• Daily weather conditions

• A specific day's temperature

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What gas traps heat in Earth's atmosphere?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Helium

• Carbon dioxide

What is the main cause of recent Earth warming?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Solar flares

• Human activity

• Natural cycles

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What effect does climate change have on polar bears?

• Makes them grow larger

• Forces them to find alternative food sources

• Improves their hunting

• None of the above

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What is the expected increase in Earth's average temperature by 2100?

• 0.5°F to 8.6°F

• 1°F to 5°F

• 2°F to 10°F

• 3°F to 7°F

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What can high temperatures do to coral reefs?

• Make them grow faster

• Cause them to die off

• Change their color to blue

• None of the above

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What is a major consequence of melting polar ice?

• Decreased ocean temperatures

• More space for polar bears

• Rise in sea levels

• Increased land for agriculture

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How can walking or biking reduce carbon dioxide emissions?

• Decreases use of fossil fuels

• Increases air pollution

• Has no effect on emissions

• Increases global warming

What is the impact of climate change on the American pika?

• It thrives in warmer temperatures

• It moves to lower altitudes

• It seeks cooler habitats at higher altitudes

• It changes color

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What is the role of methane in climate change?

• It cools the atmosphere

• It is irrelevant

• It traps heat

• It purifies the air

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