12/3 Bellwork 7th Grade

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The warming of a planet due to trapped radiation.

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True or False: The Earth acts like a greenhouse that catches and traps heat from the sun.

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True

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Which activity contributes the most to carbon emissions globally?

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Burning fossil fuels.

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What is a greenhouse gas?

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A gas that contributes to the greenhouse effect by absorbing infrared radiation, e.g., Methane.

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True or False: Water vapor is a greenhouse gas.

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True.

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What is the primary source of carbon dioxide emissions?

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Burning fossil fuels.

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Name a common greenhouse gas other than carbon dioxide.

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Methane.

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What role do trees play in carbon emissions?

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Trees absorb carbon dioxide, helping to reduce carbon emissions.

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What is the impact of deforestation on the greenhouse effect?

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Deforestation increases carbon emissions by reducing the number of trees that can absorb CO2.

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How does agriculture contribute to greenhouse gas emissions?

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Agriculture contributes through practices like livestock production and fertilizer use.