Climate Change Concepts and Impacts

The video tutorial covers the distinction between weather and climate, the causes of climate change, and the importance of measuring weather. It also discusses strategies for mitigating and adapting to climate change, with a focus on the impact on beaches and coastal areas.

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

• Weather and climate are the same.

• Weather is only about temperature, climate includes all atmospheric conditions.

• Weather is short-term, climate is long-term.

• Weather is long-term, climate is short-term.

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

• Burning fossil fuels

• Industrial emissions

• Deforestation

• Volcanic eruptions

What is the primary human activity contributing to climate change?

• Ocean current shifts

• Carbon dioxide emissions

• Solar radiation changes

• Increased volcanic activity

Which instrument is used to measure wind speed?

• Barometer

• Anemometer

• Rain gauge

• Thermometer

What is the purpose of establishing a permanent weather station?

• To analyze long-term climate changes

• To predict daily weather changes

• To measure ocean currents

• To track volcanic activity

What does mitigation aim to achieve in the context of climate change?

• To adapt to unavoidable climate impacts

• To slow down climate change by reducing greenhouse gases

• To ignore climate change effects

• To increase the use of fossil fuels

Which of the following is an example of an adaptation strategy?

• Using more plastic packaging

• Ignoring rising sea levels

• Increasing carbon emissions

• Building sea defenses

How can individuals contribute to climate change mitigation?

• By increasing their carbon footprint

• By cutting down more trees

• By conserving energy and using renewable sources

• By using more non-renewable energy

What is a significant impact of climate change on beaches?

• Reduced ocean acidification

• Increased sea levels and extreme weather events

• Stable weather patterns

• Decreased sea levels

Why is a healthy coral reef important for climate change adaptation?

• It increases sea levels

• It causes more extreme weather events

• It provides no benefit

• It helps withstand sea level rise and wave impacts