RMS Amplify Earth's Changing Climate

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What happens when energy hits sulfur dioxide?

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Energy gets redirected back towards outer space.

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Absorb means to...

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take in.

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What is the mixture of gases surrounding a planet called?

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atmosphere.

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What are variations in a set of data called?

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fluctuation.

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What can Sophia expect to find when analyzing the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is made of a mix of different kinds of gases.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The process by which certain gases trap heat in the atmosphere, warming the planet.

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What is climate change?

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Long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns on Earth.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.

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What role do trees play in the atmosphere?

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Trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, helping to regulate the atmosphere.

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What is a carbon footprint?

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The total amount of greenhouse gases produced by human activities, measured in carbon dioxide equivalents.