APES Chapter 19 Friedland

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How do changes in cloud cover affect Earth's temperature?

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More clouds lead to lower temperature.

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True or False: Climate changes of just a couple degrees can drive a species to extinction.

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True

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Which type of energy do greenhouse gases (such as carbon dioxide) absorb?

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Greenhouse gases absorb infrared energy.

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What two things can happen when energy from the Sun interacts with the ground?

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Energy can be absorbed and reflected.

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Which of the following is NOT a major source of methane in our atmosphere?

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Combustion of fossil fuels is NOT a major source of methane.

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Define greenhouse gases.

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Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases.

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Name a major source of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

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Combustion of fossil fuels is a major source of carbon dioxide.

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What role do clouds play in regulating Earth's temperature?

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Clouds can reflect sunlight, leading to cooling, or trap heat, leading to warming.

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What is the impact of deforestation on carbon dioxide levels?

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Deforestation increases carbon dioxide levels by reducing the number of trees that absorb CO2.