5 Questions
Which term is commonly used to describe the ongoing increase in global average temperature and its effects on Earth's climate system?
Global warming
What primarily causes the current rise in global average temperature?
Burning fossil fuels
What are some of the impacts of climate change on the environment?
Expanding deserts and more frequent heat waves
What are the main greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming?
Carbon dioxide and methane
What do greenhouse gases do in relation to Earth's heat?
Trap it in Earth's lower atmosphere
Test your knowledge on climate change and its impact on Earth's climate system. Learn about global warming, long-term climate changes, and the role of human activities in causing the current rise in global average temperature.
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