Climate Change

Front

What is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for trapping heat in the atmosphere?

Back

Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

Front

What natural process helps to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere?

Back

Photosynthesis

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS2-5

Front

True or False: The amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is increasing due to human activities.

Back

True

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

Front

Which of the following is a consequence of climate change? A) Rising sea levels B) Increased frequency of extreme weather events C) Changes in wildlife habitats D) All of the above

Back

D) All of the above

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

NGSS.HS-ESS3-6

Front

What are greenhouse gases?

Back

Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, including carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

Front

True or False: Some greenhouse gases are naturally present in the Earth's atmosphere.

Back

True

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

Front

What is global warming?

Back

The long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature due to human activities and greenhouse gas emissions.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-4

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

Front

What role do oceans play in climate change?

Back

Oceans absorb carbon dioxide and heat, influencing global climate patterns.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

Front

What is the greenhouse effect?

Back

The process by which greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, keeping the Earth warm.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-4

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

Front

Name one human activity that contributes to increased carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.

Back

Burning fossil fuels (e.g., coal, oil, natural gas).

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-6