Methane fueled lake discovered in Alaska

Methane fueled lake discovered in Alaska

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Science, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses a bubbling lake in Alaska, Lake Esia, which is emitting methane due to global warming. The thawing of permafrost releases trapped greenhouse gases, accelerating climate change. Researchers highlight the geological origins of these gases, noting fossil fuels near the lake's bottom. The lake emits about 2 tons of methane daily, equivalent to emissions from 6000 dairy cows.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary cause of the bubbling in Lake Esia?

Methane emissions

Water currents

Fish movements

Volcanic activity

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What environmental change is causing the release of methane from the Arctic permafrost?

Decreasing rainfall

Increasing temperatures

Rising sea levels

Deforestation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the origin of the gases released from Lake Esia?

Oceanic currents

Atmospheric reactions

Geological sources

Biological processes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much methane does Lake Esia emit daily?

5 tons

10 tons

2 tons

1 ton

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The daily methane emissions from Lake Esia are equivalent to emissions from how many dairy cows?

9000 cows

3000 cows

1000 cows

6000 cows