Greenhouse Effect Quiz

What is the greenhouse effect?

• A man-made structure used to grow crops

• A type of plastic used in factories

• A natural phenomenon that makes life possible on our planet

• A type of gas used in cars

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What is the purpose of the atmosphere surrounding the Earth?

• To block all solar radiation

• To create a barrier against greenhouse effect gases

• To allow all solar radiation to penetrate

• To absorb part of the solar radiation and maintain the temperature of the planet

Which gas is one of the main greenhouse effect gases?

• Nitrogen

• Methane

• Oxygen

• Carbon Dioxide

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What has caused the increase of greenhouse effect gases in the atmosphere?

• Rise in CO2 emissions due to the use of fossil fuels

• Reduction in plastic waste

• Use of renewable energies

• Decrease in industrial activities

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What is a major source of CO2 emissions in cities?

• Factories

• Electric transportation

• Recycling facilities

• Public parks

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What are the consequences of the greenhouse effect and the rise in global temperature?

• Expansion of lakes

• Increase in rainfall

• Decrease in sea levels

• Water shortage and desertification

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What are some viable solutions to combat the greenhouse effect?

• Increase plastic waste

• Use of renewable energies

• Reduce recycling efforts

• Increase CO2 emissions

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