Climate Change: Definition and Causes
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What is the primary cause of climate change according to the text?

  • Excessive use of renewable energy sources
  • Deforestation and burning fossil fuels (correct)
  • Natural occurrences such as volcanic eruptions
  • Alterations in the sun's energy

How do greenhouse gases contribute to climate change?

  • They trap heat from the sun, leading to a warmer Earth (correct)
  • They absorb oxygen from the atmosphere, leading to global warming
  • They cool down the Earth by trapping excess heat
  • They release heat into the atmosphere, causing extreme weather events

What is the impact of deforestation on climate change?

  • It reduces the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere
  • It leads to an imbalance in greenhouse gas levels, contributing to climate change (correct)
  • It has no impact on climate change
  • It enhances the absorption of carbon dioxide and release of oxygen

Which of the following is cited as a natural cause of climate change in the text?

<p>Volcanic eruptions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of fossil fuels in climate change?

<p>They release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the impacts of climate change on coastal communities?

<p>Higher sea levels and flooding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can climate change affect ecosystems and living organisms?

<p>By causing harm and reducing biodiversity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential solution for reducing the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

<p>Using renewable energy sources like solar and wind power (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does climate change impact water availability and quality?

<p>It leads to an increase in waterborne diseases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Arab world more sensitive to the effects of climate change?

<p>Due to its dry weather, lack of water, and dependence on farming (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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