Exploring Global Warming and Climate Change Concepts

The video explains the difference between global warming and climate change, focusing on the greenhouse effect and how human activities like burning fossil fuels and deforestation increase greenhouse gases. It discusses the consequences of global warming, such as extreme weather events, sea level rise, and impacts on biodiversity. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content.

What is the primary function of Earth's atmosphere?

• To reflect all of the sun's energy

• To produce weather patterns

• To act as an insulating blanket

• To provide oxygen for breathing

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What happens to most of the sun's heat energy when it reaches Earth?

• It is absorbed by the ground

• It is reflected back into space

• It is absorbed and re-emitted by gas particles

• It is converted into wind energy

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Which gases are considered greenhouse gases?

• Carbon dioxide and methane

• Oxygen and nitrogen

• Argon and krypton

• Helium and neon

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What is one of the main reasons for the increase in carbon dioxide levels?

• Increased volcanic activity

• Burning of fossil fuels

• Both burning of fossil fuels and deforestation

• Deforestation

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How do farm animals contribute to the increase in methane levels?

• Through their movement

• Through their waste

• Through their digestion

• Through their respiration

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What evidence do we have that the Earth is getting warmer?

• Changes in ocean currents

• More frequent earthquakes

• Increased volcanic eruptions

• Historical temperature records

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What term is used to describe the impact of global warming on long-term weather patterns?

• Seasonal change

• Climate change

• Weather change

• Atmospheric change

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What are two main reasons for sea level rise?

• Increased rainfall and river flow

• Increased evaporation and condensation

• Melting ice and expanding warm water

• Tectonic activity and volcanic eruptions

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How might climate change affect wild organisms?

• They will become more diverse

• They will all migrate to new regions

• Some may not survive due to changing conditions

• They will all adapt quickly

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What is a potential consequence of rising sea levels?

• More frequent earthquakes

• Seasonal flooding and submersion of islands

• Increased mountain heights

• Decreased ocean salinity

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