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What is primarily responsible for the greenhouse effect that contributes to global warming?
What is primarily responsible for the greenhouse effect that contributes to global warming?
Which human activity is a significant contributor to the emission of carbon dioxide?
Which human activity is a significant contributor to the emission of carbon dioxide?
How does deforestation contribute to global warming?
How does deforestation contribute to global warming?
What impact does agriculture have on global warming?
What impact does agriculture have on global warming?
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Which of the following is NOT a consequence of global warming?
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of global warming?
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Study Notes
Global Warming Overview
- Global warming is a long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature.
- It's caused mainly by human activities, particularly greenhouse gas emissions.
- Greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, creating a "greenhouse effect."
Environmental Impacts
- Rising sea levels are a consequence of global warming.
- More extreme weather events (heatwaves, storms, floods) are a result of this warming.
- Ecosystems and agriculture are also affected by these changes.
Key Causes
- Burning Fossil Fuels: Coal, oil, and natural gas combustion release significant CO₂.
- Deforestation: Trees absorb CO₂, so deforestation reduces this absorption.
- Agriculture: Livestock farming is a source of potent methane emissions.
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Description
This quiz explores the critical aspects of global warming, focusing on its causes, environmental impacts, and key contributors such as fossil fuels and deforestation. Understand how human activities contribute to this pressing global issue and its effects on our planet.
