Environmental Pollution Quiz

The melting of ice caps and glaciers contributes to rising sea levels by adding more water to the oceans.

Climate change affects rainfall patterns, leading to more frequent and severe droughts in some regions and increased precipitation and flooding in others.

Climate change affects biodiversity and ecosystems, leading to shifts in habitats, extinction risks for many species, and altered migration patterns.

<p>Changes in temperature and precipitation patterns affect crop yields, leading to food shortages and increased food prices in some regions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Climate change exacerbates existing health issues and can lead to new challenges, including heat-related illnesses, increased prevalence of vector-borne diseases, and worsened air quality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mitigation strategies aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, transition to renewable energy sources, increase energy efficiency, and adopt sustainable land-use practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Addressing climate change requires concerted efforts at local, national, and global levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Transitioning to renewable energy sources is important in combating climate change as it helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sea level rise due to melting ice caps and glaciers threatens coastal communities by increasing the risk of flooding and inundation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Shifts in migration patterns due to climate change can lead to disruptions in ecosystems and impact the survival of species in certain habitats.</p> Signup and view all the answers