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What is the main cause of global warming effect on the earth's climate?
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?
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?
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?
Which mitigation technique involves capturing CO2 emissions from sources like power stations?
How does increased water vapor in the atmosphere contribute to the greenhouse effect?
How does increased water vapor in the atmosphere contribute to the greenhouse effect?
What effect does the warming of tundra regions have on greenhouse gas emissions?
What effect does the warming of tundra regions have on greenhouse gas emissions?
How does carbon capture and storage help in climate change mitigation?
How does carbon capture and storage help in climate change mitigation?
Why does decreased absorption of solar radiation lead to a global warming effect?
Why does decreased absorption of solar radiation lead to a global warming effect?
How do increased concentrations of water vapor contribute to climate change?
How do increased concentrations of water vapor contribute to climate change?
What role does water play in the greenhouse gas effect?
What role does water play in the greenhouse gas effect?
How do increased concentrations of methane affect global warming?
How do increased concentrations of methane affect global warming?
What happens to carbon dioxide stored in warmer oceans?
What happens to carbon dioxide stored in warmer oceans?
How does the thawing of frozen ground contribute to the greenhouse effect?
How does the thawing of frozen ground contribute to the greenhouse effect?
Which gas is primarily responsible for the greenhouse gas effect?
Which gas is primarily responsible for the greenhouse gas effect?
What is a key impact of global temperature rise on oceans?
What is a key impact of global temperature rise on oceans?
What role do clouds play in climate change?
What role do clouds play in climate change?
Why does carbon capture and storage help in climate change mitigation?
Why does carbon capture and storage help in climate change mitigation?
How does water vapor contribute to the positive feedback cycle of global warming?
How does water vapor contribute to the positive feedback cycle of global warming?
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