Understanding the Causes & Impacts of Climate Change

Which layer of the atmosphere is directly above the troposphere and is known for containing the ozone layer?

• Mesosphere

• Stratosphere

• Thermosphere

• Exosphere

What is the primary effect of solar radiation on Earth's climate?

• It causes the Earth to cool down.

• It provides energy that warms the Earth's surface.

• It reflects all sunlight back into space.

• It has no effect on Earth's climate.

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How does the albedo effect influence Earth's temperature?

• By absorbing more sunlight and increasing temperature.

• By reflecting sunlight and reducing temperature.

• By trapping heat in the atmosphere.

• By increasing greenhouse gas emissions.

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Which of the following is a major greenhouse gas contributing to climate change?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon dioxide

• Argon

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What natural phenomenon can cause short-term climate changes by releasing large amounts of ash and gases into the atmosphere?

• Earthquakes

• Volcanic eruptions

• Tsunamis

• Hurricanes

Which human activity is a significant source of methane emissions?

• Deforestation

• Industrial manufacturing

• Livestock farming

• Urbanization

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Identify the atmospheric layer where weather phenomena primarily occur.

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Troposphere

• Thermosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is the role of the ozone layer in the stratosphere?

• It absorbs harmful ultraviolet radiation.

• It reflects solar radiation back into space.

• It traps heat and warms the Earth.

• It releases oxygen into the atmosphere.

Which factor increases the Earth's albedo effect?

• Melting ice caps

• Deforestation

• Increased cloud cover

• Urban development

Which of the following is a natural cause of climate change?

• Burning fossil fuels

• Solar variability

• Industrial emissions

• Deforestation