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What is global warming primarily defined as?
What is global warming primarily defined as?
- A rise in the average temperature of the earth's atmosphere (correct)
- A significant change in climate patterns
- A decrease in the average temperature of the earth's atmosphere
- An increase in the frequency of natural disasters
Which of the following statements is NOT true about global warming?
Which of the following statements is NOT true about global warming?
- It is linked to increased greenhouse gas emissions
- It affects weather patterns globally
- It is solely caused by natural climate variability (correct)
- It contributes to melting ice caps and rising sea levels
What is a common consequence of global warming?
What is a common consequence of global warming?
- Decrease in global average temperatures
- Increased frequency of extreme weather events (correct)
- Stabilization of global climate conditions
- Widespread desertification in regions with high rainfall
Which factor is most directly associated with global warming?
Which factor is most directly associated with global warming?
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Global warming can lead to which of the following changes in the environment?
Global warming can lead to which of the following changes in the environment?
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Study Notes
Global Warming Overview
- Defined as the long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature due to human activities, primarily fossil fuel burning, which increases greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere.
Misconceptions about Global Warming
- A statement that is NOT true will often misrepresent the cause-and-effect relationship between human activities and climate variations or oversimplify the complexity of climate systems.
Consequences of Global Warming
- Common consequences include rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and disruptions to ecosystems and agriculture, which can threaten biodiversity and food security.
Direct Associations with Global Warming
- The most directly associated factor is the increase in greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O) from industrial processes, transportation, and deforestation.
Environmental Changes from Global Warming
- Global warming can lead to significant changes like increased ocean temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, more frequent and severe storms, melting glaciers, and the loss of polar ice, affecting wildlife habitats and human settlements.
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