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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?
- Short-lived pollutants
- Greenhouse gases like CO₂ and CH₄ (correct)
- Ozone depletion
- Water vapor alone
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?
- Solar energy production
- Rainwater harvesting
- Recycling of plastics
- Burning of fossil fuels (correct)
How does deforestation contribute to global warming?
How does deforestation contribute to global warming?
- It creates more methane in the soil.
- It increases the number of wildfires.
- It reduces the planet's ability to absorb CO₂. (correct)
- It leads to decreased agricultural output.
What impact does agriculture have on global warming?
What impact does agriculture have on global warming?
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of global warming?
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of global warming?
Flashcards
Global warming cause
Global warming cause
The long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature, mainly caused by human activities, like releasing greenhouse gases.
Greenhouse effect
Greenhouse effect
The process where greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, leading to warming.
Fossil fuel burning
Fossil fuel burning
Burning coal, oil, or natural gas releases CO2, a greenhouse gas, and contributes to global warming.
Deforestation's impact
Deforestation's impact
Cutting down trees reduces the Earth's ability to absorb CO2, adding to global warming.
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Agriculture's role
Agriculture's role
Agricultural practices, especially raising livestock, release significant amounts of methane, a greenhouse gas.
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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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