Impact of the Water and Carbon Cycle Quiz
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What is the main cause of global warming effect on the earth's climate?

  • Increased concentrations of greenhouse gases (correct)
  • Less evaporation of water vapor
  • Decreased absorption of solar radiation
  • Dissolved carbon dioxide in cooler oceans

    • How does the release of more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere impact oceans?

  • Decreases oceanic temperatures
  • Lowers the evaporation rate of water
  • Promotes coral reef growth
  • Increases ocean acidification (correct)

    • What happens to tundra regions as a result of global temperature rise?

  • Decreased evaporation leading to desertification
  • Increased thawing of frozen ground (correct)
  • Promotion of polar bear population growth
  • Enhanced carbon storage in permafrost

    • Which mitigation technique involves capturing CO2 emissions from sources like power stations?

    <p>Carbon capture and storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does increased water vapor in the atmosphere contribute to the greenhouse effect?

    <p>By trapping heat near the earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does the warming of tundra regions have on greenhouse gas emissions?

    <p>Increases CO2 and methane emissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does carbon capture and storage help in climate change mitigation?

    <p>By preventing CO2 emissions from entering the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does decreased absorption of solar radiation lead to a global warming effect?

    <p>As a result of greenhouse gases trapping heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do increased concentrations of water vapor contribute to climate change?

    <p>By amplifying the greenhouse effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does water play in the greenhouse gas effect?

    <p>Increases absorption of solar radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do increased concentrations of methane affect global warming?

    <p>Contribute to a positive feedback cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to carbon dioxide stored in warmer oceans?

    <p>It is released into the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the thawing of frozen ground contribute to the greenhouse effect?

    <p>Releases stored CO2 and methane into the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gas is primarily responsible for the greenhouse gas effect?

    <p>Carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key impact of global temperature rise on oceans?

    <p>Acidification of ocean waters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do clouds play in climate change?

    <p>Reduce solar radiation absorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does carbon capture and storage help in climate change mitigation?

    <p>Captures CO2 emissions from sources like power stations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does water vapor contribute to the positive feedback cycle of global warming?

    <p>Amplifies the warming effect on earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

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