5 Questions
Which term describes 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
Which gases are notably increased by fossil fuel use, deforestation, and some agricultural and industrial practices?
Carbon dioxide and methane
What do greenhouse gases do in relation to the Earth's heat?
Absorb it and trap it in the lower atmosphere
What impacts on the environment are caused by climate change?
Permafrost melting and glacial retreat
Test your knowledge on climate change and its impact on Earth's climate system. Explore the causes, effects, and solutions related to global warming and the burning of fossil fuels.
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