Greenhouse Gases and Climate Change

Which of the gases below is NOT a greenhouse gas?

• water vapor

• methane

• carbon dioxide

• oxygen

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

As more carbon dioxide is added to the atmosphere, the temperatures on Earth...

• increase

• decrease

• stay the same

• change

Answer explanation

The more CO2 (carbon dioxide) we have in the atmosphere, the hotter the temperatures will be.

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Is the amount of CO2 (carbon dioxide) in the atmosphere always the same or does it change?

• It stays the same

• It changes

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When was there the highest concentration (most) carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?

• 100,000 years ago (in the past)

• 10,000 years ago (in the past)

• 100 years ago (in the past)

• 10 years ago

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-6

Evaluate the effectiveness of solar energy as a renewable energy solution in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Consider factors such as energy production, cost, and environmental impact in your analysis.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is a common consequence of increased greenhouse gas emissions on weather patterns?

• More stable weather conditions

• Decreased precipitation worldwide

• Increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events

• Longer and colder winter seasons

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

If there were NO greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, what would happen to the amount of ice on Earth?

• The amount of ice would decrease and melt (turn into water) faster.

• The ice would stay the same.

• The amount of ice would increase and cover many countries.

Answer explanation

Without greenhouse gases, the temperatures would get colder and there would be a lot more ice and snow.

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Are greenhouse gases good or bad for life on Earth?

• good

• bad

• not good or bad

Answer explanation

Too little greenhouse gases is bad. The Earth would be too cold.

Too much greenhouse gases is bad. The Earth would be too hot.

There needs to be the right amount of greenhouse gases for life on Earth.

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What is the "Paris Climate Agreement?"

• An agreement between different countries to give off less CO2.

• An agreement to have good weather in Paris for the rest of the year.

• An agreement between Paris and other countries to get rid of French fries.

• An agreement that the climate in Paris is perfect for travelers.

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What could happen in to New Orleans, Miami, and coastal Virginia if more sea ice melts?

• They would be more populated with more people

• They would be a lot hotter

• They would be under water

• They would be a lot colder

Answer explanation

If the sea ice melts, the level of the oceans will rise and cover a lot of land. People won't be able to live in those places anymore.

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