Climate Change

The video discusses climate change, highlighting Earth's historical climate oscillations and current unprecedented changes. It explores natural causes like solar activity and Earth's orbital changes, but emphasizes human activities such as fossil fuel consumption and deforestation as major contributors. The effects include rising ocean temperatures, melting ice caps, and extreme weather, impacting ecosystems and human health. The video stresses the importance of reducing carbon emissions and adopting sustainable practices to mitigate these effects.

What natural phenomenon is suggested to influence Earth's climate by altering the angle of sunlight?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Milankovitch cycles

• Ocean currents

• Solar flares

How does deforestation contribute to climate change?

• By cooling the Earth's surface

• By reducing carbon dioxide absorption

• By increasing oxygen levels

• By increasing the Earth's albedo

What is a direct consequence of rising ocean temperatures?

• More frequent volcanic eruptions

• Decreased sea levels

• Coral bleaching

• Increased salinity

Which animal is at risk of extinction due to its specific dietary needs and habitat?

• Elephant

• Polar bear

• Koala

• Penguin

What is a potential health risk for humans due to increased rainfall?

• Decreased mosquito populations

• Increased risk of West Nile Virus

• Lower incidence of malaria

• Reduced tick populations

What is one way individuals can help reduce carbon dioxide emissions?

• Planting trees

• Driving more frequently

• Using more plastic products

• Increasing fossil fuel consumption

What is a benefit of creating living roofs on buildings?

• They reduce carbon dioxide and heat absorption

• They increase carbon dioxide levels

• They absorb more heat

• They make buildings heavier