12 Questions
What is the primary function of greenhouse gases in the Earth's atmosphere?
To reflect heat back to Earth
What is the term used to describe the increasing temperature of the Earth's climate?
Global warming
What is the main contributor to global warming, according to the text?
Carbon dioxide
What is one consequence of global warming, according to the text?
Places will become deserts
Why do greenhouse gases become 'bad' for the planet?
They are produced in excessive amounts
What is a common way in which humans produce CO2, according to the text?
Using electricity
Greenhouse gases are produced only by humans.
False
The Earth's temperature is the same as in space.
False
Global warming is a phenomenon that occurred in the past.
False
The excessive production of greenhouse gases has no negative consequences.
False
CO2 is the only greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming.
False
Individual actions, such as using electricity or traveling, cannot contribute to global warming.
False
Study Notes
Greenhouse Gases
- The Earth produces greenhouse gases, which surround the planet and reflect heat back to Earth, making it warmer than space.
- Greenhouse gases are essential for the planet, but excessive production can lead to negative consequences.
Global Warming
- Global warming occurs when the climate becomes hotter due to an excess of greenhouse gases.
- Consequences of global warming include:
- Places becoming deserts (e.g., southern Europe)
- Plants failing to grow due to lack of water
- Animals becoming extinct due to lack of food
- These changes may not occur in our lifetime, but the world will change significantly in the next 50 years.
Carbon Footprint
- Carbon dioxide (CO2) is the main greenhouse gas contributing to global warming.
- Everyone produces CO2 through daily activities, such as:
- Using electricity
- Driving a car
- Taking the train
- Buying imported food
- A carbon footprint measures an individual's CO2 production in daily life.
- A large carbon footprint is detrimental to the environment.
Reducing Carbon Footprint
- To reduce carbon footprint, consider:
- Riding a bike or walking instead of driving
- Drinking tap water instead of bottled water
- Making small lifestyle changes can help mitigate the negative effects of global warming.
Greenhouse Gases
- The Earth produces greenhouse gases, which surround the planet and reflect heat back to Earth, making it warmer than space.
- Greenhouse gases are essential for the planet, but excessive production can lead to negative consequences.
Global Warming
- Global warming occurs when the climate becomes hotter due to an excess of greenhouse gases.
- Consequences of global warming include:
- Places becoming deserts (e.g., southern Europe)
- Plants failing to grow due to lack of water
- Animals becoming extinct due to lack of food
- These changes may not occur in our lifetime, but the world will change significantly in the next 50 years.
Carbon Footprint
- Carbon dioxide (CO2) is the main greenhouse gas contributing to global warming.
- Everyone produces CO2 through daily activities, such as:
- Using electricity
- Driving a car
- Taking the train
- Buying imported food
- A carbon footprint measures an individual's CO2 production in daily life.
- A large carbon footprint is detrimental to the environment.
Reducing Carbon Footprint
- To reduce carbon footprint, consider:
- Riding a bike or walking instead of driving
- Drinking tap water instead of bottled water
- Making small lifestyle changes can help mitigate the negative effects of global warming.
Discover the meaning of climate change terms like greenhouse gases, global warming, and carbon footprints. Learn how these gases affect the Earth's atmosphere and temperature.
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