Global Warming Causes and Solutions Essay

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What is the primary driver of global warming mentioned in the text?

  • Human activities releasing greenhouse gases (correct)
  • Natural climate cycles
  • Cosmic radiation from the sun
  • Volcanic eruptions

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential impact of global warming?

  • Disruption of agricultural systems and food security
  • Increase in global precipitation levels (correct)
  • Extinction of species due to rapid environmental changes
  • Rising sea levels threatening coastal communities

Which greenhouse gas is primarily responsible for global warming, according to the text?

  • Nitrous oxide
  • Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
  • Methane
  • Carbon dioxide (correct)

What is a potential solution to mitigate global warming?

<p>Investing in energy-efficient technologies and practices (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest as a viable alternative to fossil fuels for energy production?

<p>Renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydroelectric power (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consequence of global warming?

<p>Depletion of the ozone layer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of protecting and restoring forests, wetlands, and other natural habitats?

<p>To serve as carbon sinks by absorbing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are essential components of any effective climate strategy?

<p>Implementing sustainable land-use practices and promoting reforestation efforts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Paris Agreement aim to achieve?

<p>Limit global temperature rise to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can individuals contribute to combating global warming?

<p>Making environmentally conscious choices in daily life (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is needed to meet the targets set by the Paris Agreement according to the text?

<p>Greater ambition and commitment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized as crucial for mitigating the impacts of climate change according to the text?

<p>Protecting ecosystems and advocating for renewable energy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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