Space & Climate Change - Secondary School Students

Which of the following statements best explains why Earth's climate is considered to be changing too quickly?

• • Human activities contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions.

• • Natural events like volcanic eruptions are the primary cause.

• Human activities contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions.

• Climate change is solely a seasonal phenomenon.

When discussing the importance of climate, which of the following is a common misconception?

• • Climate regulates weather patterns essential for life.

• A stable climate supports biodiversity.

• Climate only affects the environment and not human health.

• Climate influences agricultural productivity.
  

Which of the following factors could be classified as a natural cause of climate change?

• Industrial waste emissions

• Deforestation

• Changes in Earth's Platonic Movements

• Urban heat islands

Which of the following statements about greenhouse gases are accurate?

(Select all that apply)

• • Carbon dioxide is a major contributor to the greenhouse effect.

• • Methane has a stronger warming potential than carbon dioxide over a short period.

• • Greenhouse gases have no effect on Earth's temperature.

• Human activities significantly increase the levels of greenhouse gases.

Considering the effects of climate change, which statement is the most accurate?

• • Climate change is expected to cause more extreme weather events globally.

• • All parts the world will experience climate change in the same way.

• The benefits of climate change outweigh its risks for developing nations.

• Biodiversity will remain unchanged despite climate fluctuations.

If you were to attend a forum discussing the future of food security, which statements might suggest a challenge posed by climate change?

• • Global warming will increase crop yields everywhere.

• • Shifting weather patterns could disrupt harvests.

• Droughts can lead to food shortages in affected areas.

• • Climate change has no effect on livestock health.

In the context of satellite technology and climate monitoring, which statement is misleading?

• Satellites provide critical data for climate change research.

• Satellites help in tracking pollution and deforestation.

• Remote sensing allows scientists to monitor ice cap melting.

• Satellite imagery can predict future climate patterns with certainty.

Which of the following best describes how satellites assist in disaster preparedness?

• • They can predict disasters with 100% accuracy.

• They help assess the damage after a disaster occurs.

• • They provide real-time data to help manage responses to emergencies.

• They can eliminate natural disasters entirely.

In the context of satellite technology, which statements are true?

(Select all that apply)

• • Satellites are capable of providing real-time data on weather patterns.

• They can monitor pollution levels in different regions of the Earth.

• Satellite imagery is used to observe changes in ice cover.
  

• Satellites cannot track climate changes over time.

All of the following are effective strategies for combating climate change, EXCEPT:

• Expanding renewable energy sources like solar and wind.

• Neglecting proper waste management practices.

• • Promoting energy efficiency in buildings and transport.

• Supporting reforestation and conservation efforts worldwide.