10 Questions
The 'greenhouse effect' is caused by a rapid build-up of carbon monoxide in the Earth's atmosphere.
False
Chlorofluorocarbons are not considered greenhouse gases.
False
Methane is one of the greenhouse gases responsible for enhancing Earth's capacity to trap heat.
True
Solar radiation is not absorbed by the Earth's surface.
False
Human activities have no impact on global climate change.
False
Extreme weather events like storms and droughts are not worsened by higher temperatures.
False
Population growth does not play a role in ecological dimensions like loss of biodiversity.
False
Nitrous oxides are not greenhouse gases.
False
The 'greenhouse effect' has no impact on raising average temperatures worldwide.
False
'Greenhouse gas molecules' absorb and re-emit infrared radiation in all directions.
True
Explore the differences in perspectives between rich countries like the EU and Australia, who have successfully imposed a national carbon tax, and poor countries on why they should not be bound by the same measures. Understand the challenges faced by poor countries in developing their industries while balancing environmental concerns.
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