8.11B Review

Greenhouse gases are responsible for which of the following phenomena?

• Global warming

• Ozone layer depletion

• Acid rain

• Photosynthesis

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The graph shows how the world’s human population has changed since the year 1700. What patterns do you see in this graph?

• The population remained constant.

• The population decreased significantly.

• The population increased gradually.

• The population increased exponentially.

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How do you think this pattern impacts levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

• It increases the levels of greenhouse gases.

• It decreases the levels of greenhouse gases.

• It has no impact on the levels of greenhouse gases.

• It stabilizes the levels of greenhouse gases.

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Describe patterns you see in the graph of greenhouse gas emissions.

• The emissions are increasing over time.

• The emissions are decreasing over time.

• The emissions remain constant over time.

• The emissions fluctuate without a clear trend.

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Which of the following is a source of greenhouse gases?

• Burning fossil fuels

• Photosynthesis

• Wind energy

• Solar panels

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Why might human activity make Earth’s climate hotter?

• Increased greenhouse gas emissions

• Decreased solar activity

• Increased volcanic activity

• Natural climate cycles

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What is a carbon sink?

• A natural reservoir that stores carbon-containing chemical compounds

• A type of kitchen sink made from carbon fiber

• A process that releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere

• A device used to measure carbon levels in the air

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Forests play an important role in balancing Earth’s greenhouse gases. That is why scientists are worried about the rate at which large forests are being cut down. What impact will continued deforestation have on the global climate?

• Increase in global temperatures

• Decrease in global temperatures

• No impact on global climate

• Increase in biodiversity

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What are three reasons for deforestation?

• Agricultural expansion, logging, and infrastructure development

• Urbanization, climate change, and wildlife conservation

• Reforestation, soil erosion, and water conservation

• Renewable energy, pollution control, and waste management

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Think about the reasons for deforestation. What is one action an average consumer could take to reduce the rate of deforestation and its negative impacts on the climate?

• Reduce meat consumption

• Use more plastic products

• Increase use of fossil fuels

• Support deforestation activities

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