Climate Change Review

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What is the definition of weather?

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The condition of the air/atmosphere around the Earth.

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Which human activity contributes the MOST carbon dioxide to the atmosphere?

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Burning fossil fuels.

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What do 97% of scientists believe is causing climate change?

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Humans.

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What is the definition of climate?

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The pattern of weather over time.

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In the 1800's, why did CO2 levels increase significantly?

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New factories were being built that caused more pollution.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The process by which certain gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere.

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Name one major greenhouse gas.

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Carbon dioxide (CO2).

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What is global warming?

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The long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature due to human activities.

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How does deforestation contribute to climate change?

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It reduces the number of trees that can absorb CO2 from the atmosphere.

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What is renewable energy?

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Energy from sources that are naturally replenished, such as solar or wind.