Quiz on Causes of Global Climate Change

What is the main source of greenhouse gases (GHGs) discussed in the text?

• Combustion of fossil fuels

• Agricultural practices

• Deforestation

• Industrial waste

Which sector produced the highest percentage of GHGs in 2016?

• Transport

• Agriculture

• Buildings

• Energy

What does 'COeq' stand for in the context of greenhouse gas emissions?

• Carbon dioxide equivalent

• Carbon output equivalent

• Carbon operational equivalent

• Carbon oxidation equivalent

According to the text, which GHG is primarily used as an indicator of overall GHG emissions?

• Methane

• Chlorofluorocarbons

• Nitrous oxide

• Carbon dioxide

What happens to carbon dioxide emissions as a country's income increases, according to Figure 2a?

• They decrease

• They remain constant

• They increase

• They fluctuate

What is a significant factor that links GHG emissions to economic development?

• Population density

• Urbanization

• Natural disasters

• Agricultural practices

Which of the following is NOT a reason for increased GHG emissions during industrialization?

• Reduction in population

• Construction of urban infrastructure

• Mechanisation of agriculture

• Increased transportation needs

What is one of the main reasons high-income countries have lower GHG emissions now?

• Increased manufacturing

• Shift to service-based industries

• Higher population growth

• More fossil fuel extraction

What does the KOF index measure?

• Population density

• Globalisation

• Economic growth

• Environmental impact

Which of the following is a negative impact of globalisation mentioned in the text?

• Job creation

• Increased inequalities

• Improved technology

• Cultural exchange