Causes of Climate Change Quiz

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What is the primary factor contributing to the highest concentration of greenhouse gases?

  • Deforestation for agriculture
  • Melting ice caps
  • Industrial waste discharge
  • Burning fossil fuels (correct)

What has triggered a sharp increase in global carbon dioxide emissions since the industrial revolution?

  • Economic activity (correct)
  • Use of renewable energy sources
  • Regulation of industrial emissions
  • Reduced deforestation

Which statement best describes the impact of global temperature rise on marine ecosystems?

  • The heat permeates deeper waters, harming marine ecosystems. (correct)
  • The rise in temperature has no effect on marine ecosystems.
  • Deeper waters are unaffected by the heat.
  • Marine ecosystems benefit from the rising temperatures.

What is the primary cause of sea level rise according to the text?

<p>Melting ice sheets and glaciers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do satellite observations indicate about sea height according to the text?

<p>Sea height is increasing rapidly. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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