Climate Basics
What layer of gases keeps Earth warm?
The atmosphere
Which human activity releases the most CO2
Burning fossil fuels
What happens to polar bears as ice melts
they lose their habitat
What kind of energy doesn't pollute the air and comes from the sun?
solar energy
What type of storm has become stronger due to climate change?
hurricanes
What is the term for the Earth getting warmer over time?
Global Warming
What happens to coastal cities when sea levels rise
flooding
Why do polar bears fast for long periods of times
cuz they cant get their food since the ice is melting
What can people do to reduce car pollution
they can use public transport, bike, or walk
What happens more often in dry areas because of rising temperatures?
droughts and wildfires
What is the main gas responsible for global warming?
carbon dioxide/CO2
How does climate change affect farming
it causes droughts and makes it harder to grow crops
What do animals sometimes have to do because their environment changes
migrate or adapt.
What lifestyle choice helps the planet by reducing meat consumption?
eating less meat or going vegetarian
What type of dangerous flooding can happen very quickly?
flash floods
What is the name of the process that traps heat in the Earth’s atmosphere?
The greenhouse effect
What can happen to people’s homes during extreme weather events caused by climate change
they can be destroyed or damaged
How does climate change affect birds?
changes their migration patterns and food sources
What’s one way schools can help fight climate change?
by planting trees or reducing energy use
What happens when there's too much rain in a short time?
heavy rainfall or flooding
What do scientists call the long-term change in Earth’s temperature and weather patterns
CLIMATE CHANGE!!!
How can climate change affect our health
it increases diseases, heat-related illnesses, and poor air quality
What happens to cold-climate animals when temperatures rise?
They may go extinct because they can’t survive the heat.
What international agreement aims to reduce global emissions?
The Paris Agreement
What is the term for unusual and severe weather patterns caused by climate change?
extreme weather