Greenhouse Effect and Global Warming

What is the greenhouse effect?

• A. The cooling of the Earth's surface by greenhouse gases

• B. The way in which heat is trapped close to Earth's surface by greenhouse gases

• C. The process of converting sunlight into heat energy

• D. The reflection of solar energy back into space

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Which of the following gases is NOT a greenhouse gas responsible for the greenhouse effect?

• A. Carbon dioxide (CO2)

• B. Oxygen (O2)

• C. Methane (CH4)

• D. Nitrous oxide (N2O)

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What is the primary cause of global warming?

• A. Deforestation

• D. Volcanic eruptions

• C. Industrial waste

• B. Burning of fossil fuels

What is the major effect of increased greenhouse gases?

• D. Global warming

• C. Smog and air pollution

• B. Acidification of water bodies

• A. Depletion of the ozone layer

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What is a positive feedback loop in the context of climate change?

• D. A mechanism that has no impact on the climate

• B. A mechanism that speeds up a warming trend

• C. A mechanism that stabilizes the climate

• A. A mechanism that slows down a warming trend

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What is the Kyoto Protocol?

• C. A plan to deforest large areas

• D. A protocol for volcanic eruption prevention

• A. An agreement to increase greenhouse gas emissions

• B. A treaty to reduce CO2 emissions

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What is the main goal of the National Policy on Climate Change in Malaysia?

• A. Increase greenhouse gas emissions

• D. Promote deforestation

• B. Reduce renewable energy use

• C. Address climate change issues

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What is the impact factor of increasing surface temperature on human health?

• A. Decreased risk of diseases

• B. Improved overall well-being

• C. Increased risk of heat-related illnesses

• D. No impact on human health

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What is the role of carbon dioxide in the greenhouse effect?

• A. Absorbs heat and warms the Earth's surface

• B. Reflects sunlight back into space

• C. Causes cooling of the atmosphere

• D. Has no impact on the climate

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How does deforestation contribute to climate change?

• A. Increases oxygen levels in the atmosphere

• B. Reduces the greenhouse effect

• C. Releases stored carbon into the atmosphere

• D. Promotes biodiversity

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