5.5 Climate Change

What are naturally occurring gases in the Earth's atmosphere?

• Oxygen and nitrogen

• Carbon dioxide and methane

• Hydrogen and helium

• Argon and neon

What happens when there is an excess of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

• The temperature decreases

• The temperature remains the same

• The temperature rises

• The temperature becomes unpredictable

What happens to the temperature of a bottle with carbon dioxide when heat lamps are shone on it?

• The temperature decreases

• The temperature remains the same

• The temperature rises faster and higher

• The temperature becomes unpredictable

What is the main cause of the increase in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

• Natural processes

• Volcanic eruptions

• Burning fossil fuels

• Deforestation

What percentage of carbon dioxide emissions come from power plants and factories?

• 10%

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

What is the consequence of having 4% more moisture in the atmosphere above the ocean?

• Decreased rainfall

• Increased evaporation

• Transition to a new normal

• No impact on weather patterns

What is the current climate crisis?

• A fictional event

• A natural occurrence

• A political conspiracy

• A reality that needs to be addressed

What is the first step to address climate change?

• Continuing the debate and denial

• Separating fact from fiction

• Ignoring the issue

• Blaming dirty energy companies