Impacts of Climate Change on Society

Climate change is a global issue affecting health, food, water, economy, and habitats. It leads to health problems, food and water scarcity, economic challenges, and displacement. Understanding these impacts motivates action for a sustainable future.

What is the broader impact of climate change beyond just environmental changes?

• It only affects the weather.

• It impacts health, jobs, and living conditions.

• It only affects polar regions.

• It has no impact on human life.

How does climate change affect human health?

• It improves air quality.

• It reduces the spread of diseases.

• It leads to more heatwaves and disease spread.

• It has no effect on health.

What is one consequence of unpredictable rainfall due to climate change?

• Increased crop yields.

• Stable food prices.

• Abundant freshwater supply.

• Difficulty in growing crops.

How does ocean acidification affect marine life?

• It has no effect on marine life.

• It enhances fish populations.

• It disrupts the marine food chain.

• It makes oceans less salty.

Which sector is NOT directly affected by climate change?

• Agriculture

• Fishing

• Technology

• Tourism

What is a major economic impact of extreme weather events?

• They cause no damage to infrastructure.

• They make infrastructure more durable.

• They increase repair costs for roads and buildings.

• They reduce repair costs.

What is a consequence of rising sea levels on coastlines?

• Expansion of beaches.

• Creation of new coral reefs.

• Erosion of beaches and loss of habitats.

• Stabilization of coastal areas.

What role do mangroves and coral reefs play in coastal areas?

• They only serve as tourist attractions.

• They increase the risk of storm surges.

• They have no significant role.

• They support marine life and protect coasts from storms.

What is a potential outcome for communities affected by extreme weather?

• They remain unaffected.

• They experience improved living conditions.

• They may be forced to migrate.

• They become more resilient to weather changes.

How can understanding climate change impacts motivate us?

• It only benefits scientists.

• It has no effect on motivation.

• It provides knowledge to make a difference.

• It discourages any action.