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What is the term used to describe the total amount of greenhouse gases emitted directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, event, or product?

  • Energy consumption
  • Ecological footprint
  • Environmental impact
  • Carbon footprint (correct)
  • Which of the following gases is NOT typically released during the combustion of fossil fuels?

  • Sulfur dioxide
  • Nitrogen oxides
  • Carbon dioxide
  • Ozone (correct)
  • What is one significant environmental implication of increased particulate matter in the atmosphere?

  • Enhanced plant growth
  • Lower temperatures
  • Reduced visibility (correct)
  • Improved air quality
  • What are the primary effects of sulfur dioxide in the atmosphere?

    <p>Acid rain formation and respiratory issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When predicting the products of combustion of a fuel, what two factors are essential to consider?

    <p>Fuel composition and combustion conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to the formation of the early atmosphere on Earth?

    <p>Early intense volcanic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere change as the oceans were formed?

    <p>They decrease as carbon dioxide dissolves in ocean water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approximately when did algae start producing oxygen in Earth's history?

    <p>2.5 billion years ago</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way atmospheric carbon dioxide levels decreased over time?

    <p>Photosynthesis by plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

    <p>Oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which human activity is a significant producer of greenhouse gases?

    <p>Driving gasoline-powered vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one argument against the idea that human activities cause global climate change?

    <p>Natural climate cycles are sufficient to explain current changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do greenhouse gases increase Earth’s temperature?

    <p>By absorbing and re-emitting infrared radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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