Climate Change_DRI2

Ahmed drives to school every day instead of walking. His car releases carbon dioxide (CO₂). Which statement best explains how this affects the climate?

• CO₂ absorbs heat and warms Earth’s atmosphere
  
  
  

• CO₂ has no effect on global temperatures

• CO₂ cools Earth’s surface by reflecting heat

• CO₂ blocks sunlight from reaching Earth

Maria uses a gas stove for cooking, which emits carbon monoxide (CO). How does this impact air quality?

• CO increases the amount of fresh air available

• CO purifies the air by removing pollutants

• CO has no effect on air quality

• CO reduces the amount of oxygen in the air
  
  
  

John prefers to take long flights for vacations instead of driving. What is a potential environmental consequence of his choice?

• Airplanes do not affect the environment

• Flying is more environmentally friendly than driving

• Flying reduces traffic congestion

• Air travel contributes to greenhouse gas emissions
  
  
  

Lisa often buys bottled water instead of using a reusable bottle. What is a significant environmental issue associated with her choice?

• Using bottled water helps conserve resources

• Bottled water has no impact on the environment

• Bottled water is more sustainable than tap water

• Plastic waste from bottles harms marine life
  
  
  

Scientists notice that Arctic sea ice is melting earlier in the year. What is the main reason linked to greenhouse gases?

• Greenhouse gases reduce rainfall in the Arctic
  
  
  

• Greenhouse gases increase Earth’s distance from the Sun

• Extra heat trapped by greenhouse gases warms Earth’s surface

• Greenhouse gases block oxygen flow in polar regions