CLEAN : Australian climate scientist not surprised by bushfires

CLEAN : Australian climate scientist not surprised by bushfires

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Science, Geography, Biology

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the impact of climate change on weather patterns, highlighting the increase in extreme events like bushfires and droughts. It explains how climate projections have become realities, with rising temperatures and declining rainfall. The discussion extends to global implications, emphasizing the need to curb emissions to prevent worsening conditions. The video underscores the interconnectedness of climate cycles and their amplification of extreme weather, urging awareness of climate change's worldwide effects.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main consequences of not reducing emissions according to climate scientists?

Increased biodiversity

Decreased global temperatures

Worsening climate conditions

Improved air quality

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant climate event in 2019 that contributed to the bushfires?

Mild summer temperatures

Record low rainfall

Record high rainfall

Increased snowfall

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which climate variability cycle was mentioned as amplifying drought conditions?

El Niño

La Niña

Indian Ocean Dipole

Atlantic Multidecadal Oscillation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential global impact of climate change mentioned in the video?

Increased likelihood of extreme weather events

Reduction in sea levels

Stabilization of global temperatures

Decreased frequency of natural disasters

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might climate change affect daily life according to the video?

It will have no impact

It will likely be impacted by some extreme event

It will improve weather conditions

It will only affect wildlife