Carbon and Carbon Footprint Quiz
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What is the primary greenhouse gas mentioned in the text?

  • Water vapor
  • Nitrous oxide
  • Methane
  • Carbon dioxide (correct)

    • In the context of the text, what is a carbon footprint?

  • The physical impression left by carbon dioxide emissions
  • The amount of carbon dioxide and greenhouse gases released due to fossil fuel consumption (correct)
  • The mark left by carbon particles on surfaces
  • A measure of how much carbon an individual eats

    • What is the role of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

  • To create a barrier preventing solar energy from reaching Earth
  • To reflect sunlight away from Earth
  • To increase the exposure of Earth to harmful UV rays
  • To absorb excess heat and maintain Earth's temperature (correct)

    • How do high levels of greenhouse gases impact Earth?

    <p>They cause more extreme climate events by trapping solar heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Carbon Cycle described in the text?

    <p>The movement of carbon between the atmosphere and different parts of the Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are water vapor, methane, nitrous oxide, and ozone considered greenhouse gases?

    <p>Because they trap solar heat in the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does climate change refer to based on the information provided?

    <p>Long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

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