Climate Change and Greenhouse Gases

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What is the primary source of nitrous oxide emissions?

Industrial production of plastics

Deforestation and land use changes

Bacteria in soil and the ocean (correct)

Burning fossil fuels

What is a recommended strategy to reduce energy consumption?

Increase the use of fossil fuels for heating and cooling

Use energy-efficient appliances and LED bulbs (correct)

Use air conditioning to reduce energy consumption

Wash clothes in hot water to reduce energy consumption

What is the primary cause of climate change?

Natural fluctuations in the Earth's climate

Human activity, such as burning fossil fuels (correct)

Changes in the Earth's orbit

Volcanic eruptions

What is a recommended dietary change to reduce environmental impact?

Eat more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of climate change?

Increased sea levels and more frequent heatwaves Signup and view all the answers

What is required to reverse the effects of climate change?

A global effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, switch to renewable energy, and practice sustainable agriculture Signup and view all the answers

What is a key goal of the Paris Agreement?

To limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius Signup and view all the answers

What can individuals do to contribute to combating global warming?

Adopt sustainable practices such as reducing energy consumption and recycling Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of climate change mentioned in the text?

Rising sea levels Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, and other atmospheric conditions?

Climate change Signup and view all the answers

What is a human activity mentioned in the text that contributes to climate change?

Deforestation Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of global warming mentioned in the text?

More frequent and severe weather events Signup and view all the answers

What was the devastating impact of the European colonizers on the Tainos and Kalinagos?

They brought devastating diseases, brutal warfare, and forced labor. Signup and view all the answers

What was a key factor that motivated Europeans to come to the New World?

To seek new trade routes to Asia for goods like pepper and cinnamon. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key cultural difference between the Tainos and Kalinagos?

The Tainos emphasized agriculture, while the Kalinagos emphasized warfare and seafaring. Signup and view all the answers

What is the current state of the Tainos and Kalinagos' cultural heritage?

It is being preserved and celebrated by their descendants. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Tainos and Kalinagos' cultural heritage?

It is a source of inspiration, showcasing the rich tapestry of cultures in the Caribbean. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the European colonization on the Tainos and Kalinagos?

Their populations were decimated, but their descendants continue to preserve their cultural heritage. Signup and view all the answers

What was the system of descent and inheritance in the Kalinago society?

Matrilineal Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary source of protein in the Taino diet?

Hunting and fishing Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of caciques in Taino society?

Chiefs who governed villages Signup and view all the answers

What was a key aspect of the Kalinago religion?

Polytheistic focus on nature spirits and ancestor worship Signup and view all the answers

What was a major impact of European exploration on the Tainos and Kalinagos?

Decimation of their populations due to diseases, warfare, and forced labor Signup and view all the answers

What was a key difference between the Tainos and Kalinagos in terms of their way of life?

The Tainos lived in established villages, while the Kalinagos were nomadic Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of high crime rates in the Caribbean?

Daily life is disrupted. Signup and view all the answers

Why do people migrate to countries with lower crime rates?

To feel safe and secure. Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of poverty in the Caribbean?

Limited access to education, healthcare, and basic necessities. Signup and view all the answers

What motivates people to migrate from the Caribbean?

The opportunity to earn a decent living and access quality education. Signup and view all the answers

What can be a result of family separation due to migration?

A heartbreaking trade-off. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'push' factor that influences Caribbean persons to migrate to countries such as the USA, Britain, and Canada?

Poverty. Signup and view all the answers