Climate Change and the Arctic

The video discusses the Arctic's role as a cooling system for Earth, reflecting sunlight back into space. Due to climate change, the Arctic is warming rapidly, leading to the melting of sea ice, which affects wildlife and contributes to extreme weather globally. The solution proposed is to reduce carbon emissions and transition to renewable energy sources to mitigate climate change.

What role does the Arctic ice play in the Earth's climate system?

• It generates heat for the planet.

• It acts as a reflector, sending sunlight and heat back to space.

• It absorbs sunlight and heat.

• It has no significant impact on the climate.

By what year is it projected that the Arctic will have almost no sea ice left?

• 2030

• 2040

• 2050

• 2060

What is the effect of Arctic warming on ocean acidification?

• It decreases ocean acidification

• It has no effect on ocean acidification

• It increases ocean acidification

• It stabilizes ocean acidification

What is one of the main consequences of the shrinking Arctic ice cap?

• Increase in global temperatures

• Stabilization of weather patterns

• Massive melting of glaciers

• Decrease in ocean levels

Which animals are most affected by the loss of sea ice in the Arctic?

• Tigers and elephants

• Dolphins and sharks

• Seals and polar bears

• Penguins and whales

What global weather changes are associated with the melting of Arctic sea ice?

• More stable weather patterns

• Increased rainfall in all regions

• More extreme weather events like flooding and droughts

• Decreased temperatures worldwide

What is the projected impact on global weather due to Arctic ice melting?

• More extreme weather events

• No significant impact

• Increased stability in climate

• More predictable weather patterns

What is the primary action needed to address climate change?

• Ignore the problem

• Build more factories

• Reduce carbon emissions

• Increase fossil fuel usage

What energy transition is necessary to combat climate change?

• From solar energy to oil

• From nuclear energy to coal

• From fossil fuels to renewable energy

• From renewable energy to fossil fuels

Why is it important to take action against climate change now?

• To delay the problem for future generations

• To ensure a stable climate for future generations

• To reduce the cost of renewable energy

• To increase the use of fossil fuels