NASA Science and Climate Change Quiz

What is the primary cause of the global warming trend observed since the mid-20th century?

• Natural volcanic eruptions

• Changes in Earth's orbit

• Human activities

• Increased solar activity

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

NGSS.HS-ESS3-6

Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

• Carbon dioxide

• Nitrous oxide

• Oxygen

• Methane

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

What is the role of the greenhouse effect on Earth?

• It cools the planet

• It causes volcanic eruptions

• It is essential to life by trapping heat

• It blocks sunlight from reaching Earth

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-4

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

Which gas is the most abundant greenhouse gas in the atmosphere?

• Carbon dioxide

• Methane

• Chlorofluorocarbons

• Water vapor

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

What human activity has significantly increased atmospheric carbon dioxide levels?

• Deforestation

• Burning fossil fuels

• Agriculture

• Fishing

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

Which of the following gases is entirely of industrial origin?

• Water vapor

• Chlorofluorocarbons

• Nitrous oxide

• Methane

What is the main source of methane emissions from livestock?

• Fur

• Breathing

• Skin

• Manure

What is the effect of increased greenhouse gases on Earth's atmosphere?

• Cooling the upper atmosphere

• Warming the surface and lower atmosphere

• Decreasing volcanic activity

• Increasing solar energy

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-4

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

What is Total Solar Irradiance (TSI)?

• A measure of Earth's volcanic activity

• A measure of greenhouse gas emissions

• A metric for ocean temperatures

• A metric for changes in energy from the Sun

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-1

NGSS.HS-ESS2-4

Which of the following is a natural source of methane?

• Rice farming

• Wetlands

• Landfills

• Fossil fuel leaks