Global Warming and Climate Change Chapter 4: Atmosphere Layers

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What atmospheric layer contains most of the mass of the earth's air?

Troposphere

Where is ozone primarily found in the atmosphere?

Stratosphere

What is the natural warming effect of the troposphere called?

Greenhouse effect

Which gas is NOT considered a greenhouse gas?

<p>Oxygen (O2)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable source of lead pollution mentioned in the text?

<p>Coal-burning power plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor can contribute to an increase in outdoor air pollution according to the text?

<p>Grasshopper effectàtoxic pollutants carried by wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant impact of acid deposition on aquatic ecosystems as described in the text?

<p>Killing organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes industrial smog based on the information provided?

<p>Formed by a combination of VOCs and NO2 in the presence of sunlight</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a factor contributing to major indoor air pollution problems according to the text?

<p>Emissions of volatile organic carbons from trees and plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which solution is highlighted as important for reducing acid deposition as per the text?

<p>Decreasing the release of ions of toxic metals</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Atmospheric Layers

  • The troposphere contains most of the mass of the Earth's air.

Ozone Layer

  • Ozone is primarily found in the stratosphere.

Greenhouse Effect

  • The natural warming effect of the troposphere is called the greenhouse effect.

Greenhouse Gases

  • Oxygen is not considered a greenhouse gas.

Lead Pollution

  • A notable source of lead pollution is lead-based paints.

Outdoor Air Pollution

  • Weather inversions can contribute to an increase in outdoor air pollution.

Acid Deposition

  • Acid deposition can cause a significant decrease in the pH of aquatic ecosystems.

Industrial Smog

  • Industrial smog is a type of air pollution that is characterized by a high concentration of sulfur dioxide and soot.

Indoor Air Pollution

  • The use of biomass fuels in cooking and heating can contribute to major indoor air pollution problems.

Reducing Acid Deposition

  • Reducing sulfur dioxide emissions is an important solution for reducing acid deposition.

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