Climate Patterns and Global Warming Quiz

What is the primary cause of the increase in global temperatures over the past century?

• Increased volcanic activity

• Rising levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere

• Changes in Earth's orbit

• Increased solar activity

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

Which gas, when increased in the atmosphere, contributes most significantly to the greenhouse effect?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon Dioxide

• Argon

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

Which of the following best describes the role of ocean currents in climate regulation?

• They increase the Earth's temperature by trapping heat.

• They distribute heat from the equator to the poles.

• They prevent the mixing of warm and cold water.

• They have no significant impact on climate.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What evidence would you use to support the claim that human activities are contributing to global warming?

• The increase in global temperatures over the past century

• The decrease in volcanic eruptions

• The increase in solar activity

• The decrease in Earth's rotation speed

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

What strategic plan could be implemented to reduce the impact of human activities on global warming?

• Increase the use of fossil fuels

• Implement policies to reduce carbon emissions

• Encourage deforestation

• Increase industrial production

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

Which of the following human activities is a major contributor to the increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels?

• Planting trees

• Burning fossil fuels

• Using solar panels

• Recycling waste

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

What is a potential consequence of the melting of polar ice caps due to global warming?

• Decrease in sea levels

• Stabilization of sea levels

• No change in sea levels

• Increase in sea levels

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-2

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

Which renewable energy source can help reduce carbon emissions significantly?

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Wind power

• Oil

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