Zombie Fires in the Arctic Circle

What is a catastrophic event caused by lightning, campfires, human interactions, etc.?

• Hurricanes

• Tsunamis

• Earthquakes

• Wildfires

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is a "zombie fire"?

• A fire that is started by zombies

• A fire that reignites from underground peat after being extinguished

• A fire that occurs only in the summer

• A fire that is caused by volcanic activity

Which of the following is a primary cause of zombie fires in the Arctic Circle?

• Lightning strikes

• Volcanic eruptions

• Human activities

• Solar flares

How do zombie fires impact the Arctic ecosystem?

• They increase biodiversity

• They destroy vegetation and release stored carbon

• They create new habitats for wildlife

• They have no impact

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What is one effect of zombie fires on climate change?

• They cool the Earth's surface

• They release greenhouse gases into the atmosphere

• They reduce air pollution

• They have no effect on climate change

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is a common fire management strategy used in the Arctic?

• Controlled burns

• Fire suppression

• Planting more trees

• Building fireproof structures

How does permafrost contribute to the occurrence of zombie fires?

• It prevents fires from starting

• It stores organic material that can fuel fires

• It reflects sunlight, reducing fire risk

• It absorbs water, preventing fires

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

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What is the primary fuel for zombie fires?

• Fresh leaves

• Peat and organic material

• Rocks and minerals

• Water

Which greenhouse gas is primarily released by zombie fires?

• Oxygen

• Methane

• Nitrogen

• Helium

What role does climate change play in the frequency of zombie fires?

• It decreases the frequency

• It has no effect

• It increases the frequency due to warmer temperatures

• It prevents them from occurring

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