climate change

Which best describes the "Greenhouse Effect?"

• Gasses that increase Earth's temperature

• when the gasses in Earth’s atmosphere trap heat from the Sun and keep the planet warm

• the pattern of weather that occurs over time

• When our climate changes

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What are examples of renewable energy sources?

• Solar

• Wind

• Coal

• Gas

• Oil

What are some possible solutions to climate change

• Use less energy

• Choose renewable energy sources

• Plant trees and other plants

• Recycle and reuse items

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Why do we want to use more renewable energy sources?

• They cause more pollution

• They will go away if we don't use them

• They cause less pollution

• They are easier to create

Which of these are fossil fuels? Select all fossil fuels listed.

• steam

• coal

• gas

• oil

Is the Greenhouse Effect a bad thing?

• yes

• no

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The main human activity that releases greenhouse gases is

• using bottled water
• burning fossil fuels
• texting on cellphones
• eating meat

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Why does too much carbon dioxide in the atmosphere cause climate change?

• It cools down our planet.

• It blocks out UV rays.

• It traps heat and warms up our planet.

• It lets sunlight escape.

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Select all that apply.

You can help decrease your carbon footprint by...

• buying and eat locally-produced food

• lessening your amount of driving

• recycling

• decreasing your water and electricity usage

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T/F: The average American has the one of the greatest ecological footprints compared to the global average.

• True

• False

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