First Year Geology: Climate Change Hazards Quiz

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What is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for trapping heat in the Earth's atmosphere?

  • Carbon monoxide
  • Methane
  • Carbon dioxide (correct)
  • Nitrous oxide

Which process contributes to the acidification of oceans as a result of increased carbon dioxide levels?

  • Transpiration
  • Dissolution (correct)
  • Sublimation
  • Photosynthesis

What is a major consequence of the melting of polar ice caps due to climate change?

  • Disruption of ocean currents (correct)
  • Reduction of extreme weather events
  • Increase in biodiversity
  • Decrease in sea levels

Which feedback mechanism accelerates climate change by releasing additional greenhouse gases stored in permafrost?

<p>Permafrost thawing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of the disruption of monsoon patterns caused by climate change?

<p>Intensified droughts and floods (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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