Exploring the Greenhouse Effect and Its Impact on Climate Change

The video discusses the greenhouse effect, its importance for life on Earth, and how human activities have disrupted this natural process, leading to climate change. It uses analogies to explain the concept and highlights the consequences of a warming planet, such as rising sea levels and severe weather. The video presents scientific data showing the correlation between carbon dioxide levels and global temperatures and suggests actions to mitigate climate change, including international agreements and personal lifestyle changes.

What is the primary function of a greenhouse?

• To act as a decorative structure

• To store gardening tools

• To trap heat to grow plants in cooler areas

• To provide shelter for animals

Which gas is NOT considered a greenhouse gas?

• Carbon dioxide

• Methane

• Oxygen

• Water vapor

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Why is Venus hotter than Mercury despite being farther from the Sun?

• It has a thicker carbon dioxide atmosphere

• It has more volcanoes

• It is closer to the Sun

• It has a larger size

What is the main reason for the natural greenhouse effect being out of balance?

• Natural disasters

• Human activities

• Solar flares

• Volcanic eruptions

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Which human activity does NOT contribute to the imbalance in the greenhouse effect?

• Deforestation

• Using fertilizers

• Burning fossil fuels

• Recycling

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What is a consequence of melting glaciers and polar ice caps?

• Less rainfall

• More land for agriculture

• Increased sea levels

• Decreased sea levels

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How does a warmer planet affect weather patterns?

• Decreases water evaporation

• Increases water evaporation

• Reduces rainfall everywhere

• Stops storms from forming

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What is coral bleaching?

• Corals being harvested

• Corals growing faster

• Corals dying due to increased water temperature

• Corals changing color due to pollution

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What does the blue line represent in the graph showing the correlation between carbon dioxide and temperature?

• Rainfall patterns

• Sea levels

• Atmospheric carbon dioxide

• Global average temperature

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What is one action individuals can take to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

• Using more electricity

• Planting trees

• Driving alone

• Using more fertilizers