Global Warming and International Efforts

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What is the primary cause of global warming according to the text?

Human activity, particularly the burning of fossil fuels (correct)

Natural climate variability

Internal climate variability

Development of a rich and heterogeneous mycobiota

What is the goal of international efforts, such as the Paris Agreement?

To reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50%

To promote the development of mycobiota on alien vines

To accelerate sea-level rise on the U.S. Southeast and Gulf coasts

To limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels (correct)

What is necessary to address global warming?

Accelerating sea-level rise

Increasing the burning of fossil fuels

Transitioning to cleaner energy sources and improving energy efficiency (correct)

Reducing energy efficiency

What is required to combat global warming?

Collective action from individuals, governments, and businesses worldwide Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of global warming on ecosystems?

It favors the development of a rich and heterogeneous mycobiota on alien vines Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of psychological impacts of climate change?

It has psychological impacts beyond storms and droughts Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of ocean acidification on marine life?

Impacts on organisms with shells or exoskeletons Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential impact of global warming on human health?

Increased respiratory problems due to air pollution Signup and view all the answers

What is a way to reduce our carbon footprint?

Eating a plant-based diet Signup and view all the answers

What is a type of renewable energy source that can reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

Hydroelectric power Signup and view all the answers

What is a way to mitigate global warming?

Implementing international policies and agreements Signup and view all the answers

What can be a consequence of reduced carbon footprint?

Reduced energy consumption Signup and view all the answers

What is a major contributor to global warming in the transportation sector?

Emission of large amounts of greenhouse gases Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary greenhouse gas emitted by the burning of fossil fuels?

Carbon dioxide Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of rising sea levels due to global warming?

Displacement of coastal communities Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of global warming on glaciers and ice caps?

They are melting at a faster rate Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the absorption of carbon dioxide by the oceans?

Lowering of pH levels Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of extreme weather events caused by global warming?

Increased frequency of heatwaves Signup and view all the answers

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