Earth and Space Unit Overview Key Understandings Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT a natural greenhouse gas?

  • Water vapor
  • Carbon dioxide
  • Ozone (correct)
  • Methane

    • What is the main anthropogenic greenhouse gas responsible for global warming?

  • Sulfur hexafluoride
  • Carbon dioxide (correct)
  • Nitrous oxide
  • Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

    • Which of the following is a carbon sink?

  • Deforestation
  • Industrial emissions
  • Oceans (correct)
  • Burning fossil fuels

    • What is one of the positive effects of climate change on the biosphere?

    <p>Increased crop yields</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does climate change negatively affect human health?

    <p>Increased risk of heat-related illnesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the difference between climate and weather?

    <p>Climate is the average of weather conditions over a long period, while weather refers to immediate atmospheric conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary method of heat transfer responsible for warming the Earth's atmosphere?

    <p>Radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best explains how ocean currents can affect heat transfer on Earth?

    <p>Ocean currents redistribute heat around the globe, influencing climate patterns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does water play as a heat sink in the context of climate?

    <p>Water absorbs excess heat from the atmosphere, moderating temperature changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes the impact of anthropogenic greenhouse gases on the Earth's climate?

    <p>Anthropogenic greenhouse gases play a significant role in accelerating global climate change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Climate and weather are the same thing.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The greenhouse effect is caused by natural greenhouse gases only.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Convection is the primary method of heat transfer responsible for warming the Earth's atmosphere.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The albedo of different forms of water does not affect heat transfer.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Positive feedback loops always lead to destabilization of the climate system.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ozone is a greenhouse gas, despite what the textbook says.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Carbon sinks only release carbon dioxide, they do not absorb it.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Climate change has no negative effects on the biosphere of Earth.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Climate change has no effect on the infrastructure in human societies.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Preventing climate change is not possible with current technology and policies.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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