Climate change. Basic knowledge

What is the primary cause of current global climate change?

• Increased solar activity

• Natural weather cycles

• Human activities, such as burning fossil fuels

• Volcanic eruptions

Which of the following is a major greenhouse gas contributing to global warming?

• Oxygen (O₂)

• Nitrogen (N₂)

• Carbon dioxide (CO₂)

• Argon (Ar)

What is the main effect of climate change on global temperatures?

• A stabilization of temperatures

• An increase in average temperatures

• No change in average temperatures

• A decrease in average temperatures

Which of the following is a consequence of climate change on sea levels?

• Sea levels rise due to melting ice caps and glaciers

• Sea levels remain unchanged

• Sea levels decrease due to colder temperatures

• Sea levels rise only in tropical regions

What is the term used to describe the long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns?

• Weather variability

• Seasonal shift

• Atmospheric pressure

• Climate change

Which human activity is the largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions?

• Burning fossil fuels for energy

• Agriculture

• Deforestation

• Industrial processes

Which of the following is a renewable energy source that helps reduce climate change?

• Oil

• Solar power

• Natural gas

• Coal

What is the role of forests in combating climate change?

• They absorb CO₂ and store carbon

• They release large amounts of CO₂ into the atmosphere

• They increase global temperatures

• They have no impact on climate change

Which of the following is a direct impact of climate change on ecosystems?

• Decreased frequency of natural disasters

• Increased biodiversity in all regions

• Stabilization of ecosystems

• Shifts in species habitats and migration patterns

Which of the following is a potential consequence of climate change on human health?

• Improved air quality worldwide

• Reduced spread of infectious diseases

• Fewer extreme weather events

• Increased heat-related illnesses