Climate

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What are the natural causes of climate change?

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Natural causes of climate change include volcanic eruptions, solar radiation variations, and natural greenhouse gas emissions, but do not include human activity.

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What is the term for actions taken to reduce or prevent climate change?

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Mitigation.

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What do ice core samples indicate about atmospheric carbon dioxide levels over the past 60 years?

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Ice core samples show an increase in Carbon Dioxide (CO2) levels.

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What causes Hadley's global-scale circulation pattern?

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The uneven heating of Earth by the sun.

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What is the primary mechanism through which air circulates in Hadley's model?

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Convection cells.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, preventing it from escaping into space.

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What role do human activities play in climate change?

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Human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, significantly contribute to climate change by increasing greenhouse gas emissions.

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What are renewable energy sources?

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Renewable energy sources are energy sources that are replenished naturally, such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, and geothermal energy.

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What is climate adaptation?

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Climate adaptation refers to the adjustments made in response to actual or expected climate changes to minimize harm or exploit beneficial opportunities.

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What is the difference between climate and weather?

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Climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area, while weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions.