Greenhouse Effect
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6th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the Greenhouse Effect?
Back
The Greenhouse Effect is the process by which certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, preventing it from escaping back into space, which helps to keep the planet warm.
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NGSS.HS-ESS2-4
NGSS.HS-ESS2-6
NGSS.HS-ESS3-5
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are greenhouse gases?
Back
Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere. Key examples include carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and water vapor.
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NGSS.HS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does deforestation affect the greenhouse effect?
Back
Deforestation reduces the number of trees that can absorb carbon dioxide, leading to higher levels of this greenhouse gas in the atmosphere.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS3-5
NGSS.HS-LS2-5
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main consequence of increased greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?
Back
The main consequence is global warming, which leads to rising temperatures and climate change.
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NGSS.HS-ESS2-4
NGSS.HS-ESS2-6
NGSS.HS-ESS3-5
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which human activity contributes the most to carbon emissions?
Back
Burning fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, contributes the most to carbon emissions globally.
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NGSS.HS-ESS3-6
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role do plants play in the greenhouse effect?
Back
Plants absorb carbon dioxide during photosynthesis, helping to reduce the amount of this greenhouse gas in the atmosphere.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS2-6
NGSS.HS-LS2-5
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to Earth's temperature if greenhouse gas levels rise?
Back
If greenhouse gas levels rise, Earth's temperature increases due to more heat being trapped in the atmosphere.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS2-4
NGSS.HS-ESS2-6
NGSS.HS-ESS3-5
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