Exploring the Fundamentals of Climate Science

The video explores climate change, its causes, and impacts. It explains climate as long-term weather patterns and how solar insolation affects it. The greenhouse effect is discussed, highlighting its role in regulating Earth's temperature. Key greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide are examined, along with their sources and effects. The video also covers the impacts of climate change, such as rising temperatures, shifting ecosystems, and ocean changes. It addresses climate injustice and presents adaptation and mitigation strategies to combat climate change.

What is the main driver of temperature on Earth?

• The Wind

• The Moon

• The Sun

• The Oceans

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Why is the equator warmer than the poles?

• It is closer to the sun

• It receives more concentrated solar radiation

• It has more landmass

• It has more water bodies

What is the greenhouse effect?

• A process where the Earth's surface reflects all solar radiation

• A process where the Earth's surface absorbs all solar radiation

• A process where certain gases trap heat in the atmosphere

• A process where the Earth's surface cools rapidly

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Which of the following is NOT a major greenhouse gas discussed in the video?

• Oxygen

• Methane

• Nitrous Oxide

• Carbon Dioxide

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What is the primary source of methane emissions from human activities?

• Burning fossil fuels

• Industrial processes

• Landfills and raising cattle

• Deforestation

What has been the increase in global average temperature since the 1800s?

• More than 2 degrees Celsius

• More than 1 degree Celsius

• More than 4 degrees Celsius

• More than 3 degrees Celsius

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How does ocean stratification affect marine life?

• It only affects surface organisms

• It decreases nutrient mixing

• It increases nutrient mixing

• It has no effect on nutrient mixing

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What is the expected sea level rise by 2100?

• More than 1 meter

• More than 3 meters

• More than 2 meters

• Less than 0.5 meters

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What is environmental or climate injustice?

• Equal distribution of climate change impacts

• Disproportionate impacts on low income and communities of color

• Impacts only on wealthy communities

• Impacts only on rural areas

Which strategy focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions?

• Neither adaptation nor mitigation

• Both adaptation and mitigation

• Mitigation

• Adaptation

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