Climate Change and Its Impacts

The video explores the debate on whether climate change is human-caused, presenting both sides. It covers the history of climate science, the scientific consensus, and differing views on global warming, sea level rise, and weather events. The pro side argues human activities are the main cause, citing scientific studies and evidence, while the con side attributes changes to natural variability. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage and share their thoughts.

Who was the scientist that first discovered the heat absorption properties of greenhouse gases?

• Richard Linzen

• Al Gore

• John Tindall

• James Hansen

What percentage of climate scientists agree that human activity is likely the main cause of climate change?

• 97%

• 78%

• 64%

• 47%

According to the pro side, what effect do human-produced gases have on the planet?

• They create a greenhouse effect

• They cause natural fluctuations

• They cool the planet

• They have no effect

What historical period is mentioned as having similar temperatures to the 20th century?

• The Ice Age

• The Renaissance

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Roman Empire

What percentage of the rise in sea levels since 1970 is attributed to human activities according to the pro side?

• 50%

• 87%

• 30%

• 100%

What natural event is cited by the con side as a reason for rising sea levels?

• Earthquakes

• Solar flares

• Pleistocene Ice Age

• Volcanic eruptions

What is one of the main causes of increased hurricane activity according to the pro side?

• Solar activity

• Volcanic eruptions

• Natural ocean currents

• Human-caused global warming

Which report is mentioned by the con side to argue against human impact on hurricanes?

• National Climate Assessment

• Colorado State University report

• Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change

• United Nations Climate Report

What factor is mentioned by the con side as contributing to wildfires?

• Decreased population density

• Failed policies on clearing brush

• Increased rainfall

• Rising sea levels

What percentage of extremely hot days are attributed to human activity according to the pro side?

• 50%

• 25%

• 75%

• 100%