Understanding Rapid Climate Change

What is the primary factor that will determine the severity of rapid climate change?

• The amount of rainfall

• The position of the moon

• Human decisions

• The number of trees

Which regions are warming more rapidly according to scientific predictions?

• Equatorial regions like Ecuador

• Tropical regions like Thailand

• Desert regions like Sahara

• Higher latitudes like Canada and Russia

What could happen if Earth's temperature rises more than 3.5 degrees Celsius?

• Deserts will become rainforests

• 70% of species could become extinct

• The polar ice caps will grow

• The Earth's rotation will slow down

What is the current level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?

• 450 parts per million

• 392 parts per million

• 350 parts per million

• 500 parts per million

What is the target level of carbon dioxide to ensure a livable planet?

• 300 parts per million

• 350 parts per million

• 392 parts per million

• 400 parts per million