Climate change basics
What is the term for gases that trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere?
Greenhouse gases
What is a common alternative energy source that uses sunlight?
Solar energy
What simple action can people take to reduce energy use at home?
Turning off lights and electronics when not in use.
Unplugging devices.
Name one animal endangered by climate change.
Polar bears
Sea turtles
Black Rhino
Panda
Cutting down forests is called ______.
Deforestation
What is the process of reusing materials to create new products?
Recycling
What can students do with old notebooks and papers to help the environment?
Recycling
Repurposing
What is the term used to describe species that no longer exist?
Extinct
What is the main gas responsible for global warming?
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
What is the term for energy sources that are naturally replenished, such as wind, and hydropower?
Renewable energy
What is an eco-friendly way for students to travel to school?
Biking
Walking
Public transport
Name one example of an ecosystem.
Desert
Ocean
Rainforest
What is the term used for the increase in Earth's average temperature?
Global Warming
Name one way cities can reduce air pollution from cars.
Promoting electric vehicles
Public transportation
How can students reduce plastic waste at school?
Use reusable water bottles
Use reusable lunch containers
This ecosystem, home to polar bears, is under threat due to rising temperatures
The Artic
What are the energy sources derived from the remains of plants and animals that died a long time ago.
Clue: Gas, coal and oil are…
Fossil Fuels
What term describes planting trees to combat deforestation?
Reforestation
What is one easy way to reduce food waste?
Meal planning
Donate
Eat leftovers
Store food properly
This term refers to the environment in which an organism lives, including its physical surroundings and other living organisms.
Habitat