Reducing Carbon Footprints
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Which of the following best describes a carbon footprint?

  • The absorption of sun's energy by the Earth's surface
  • The process of trapping heat in a greenhouse
  • The total amount of greenhouse gases generated by our actions (correct)
  • The gradual increase in the earth's temperature

    • What is the main cause of global warming?

  • The greenhouse effect caused by CFCs
  • The absorption of sun's energy by the Earth's surface
  • The use of coal
  • Increased levels of carbon dioxide and other pollutants (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a way to reduce global warming?

  • Planting trees
  • Powering your home with renewable energy
  • Driving a fuel-efficient vehicle
  • Increasing water waste (correct)

    • What happens in the greenhouse effect?

    <p>Certain gases trap heat and raise global temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the sun's energy is absorbed by the Earth's surface?

    <p>Just under half</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines a carbon footprint?

    <p>The total amount of greenhouse gases generated by our actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the greenhouse effect?

    <p>The process of trapping heat in a greenhouse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main greenhouse gases contributing to global warming?

    <p>Carbon dioxide and methane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a way to reduce global warming?

    <p>Increasing coal usage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the sun's energy is absorbed by the Earth's surface?

    <p>Just under half</p> Signup and view all the answers

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