Effects of Climate Change Quiz
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What is the main impact of melting ice caps on Arctic species?

  • Threatened habitat leading to loss of species (correct)
  • Increase in habitat available for Arctic species
  • Decreased salinity of the ocean water
  • Improvement in reproductive rates of polar bears

    • How does ocean acidification affect marine life?

  • Harms organisms relying on calcium carbonate for shells and skeletons (correct)
  • Creates ideal conditions for shellfish reproduction
  • Enhances growth of coral reefs
  • Reduces CO2 absorption capacity of the oceans

    • Which factor contributes significantly to rising sea levels as mentioned in the text?

  • Increase in ocean salinity
  • Rising temperatures melting ice caps (correct)
  • Reduced melting of glaciers
  • Higher levels of oxygen in seawater

    • What is a potential consequence of changing rainfall patterns due to climate change?

    <p>Increased frequency and intensity of droughts in some regions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common mitigation strategy to combat climate change?

    <p>Implementing renewable energy sources like solar and wind power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the greenhouse effect impact global temperatures?

    <p>It increases global temperatures by trapping heat in the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of climate change according to the text?

    <p>Burning of fossil fuels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does deforestation contribute to climate change?

    <p>By increasing carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which greenhouse gas is mentioned as having a higher warming potential than carbon dioxide?

    <p>Nitrous oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant effect of climate change on Arctic species mentioned in the text?

    <p>Decreased sea ice habitat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What phenomenon occurs when coral reefs lose their vibrant colors due to climate change?

    <p>Coral bleaching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a mitigation strategy mentioned in the text to combat climate change?

    <p>Implement renewable energy sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of coral bleaching?

    <p>Rising ocean temperatures causing algae expulsion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does coral bleaching impact marine ecosystems?

    <p>Causes disruption in the food chain and habitat loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the greenhouse effect?

    <p>It involves trapping heat in the Earth's atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key strategy for mitigating the impacts of climate change?

    <p>Implementing measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do changing rainfall patterns affect ecosystems?

    <p>Lead to desertification and soil erosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to address the issue of Arctic species impacted by climate change?

    <p>Arctic species are critical indicators of environmental changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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