Atmosphere
In which specific layer of the atmosphere do Greenhouse Gases accumulate ?
The troposphere!
What is thee name of the island's drinking water supply that would be affect by saltwater pooling in?
Why does the Stratosphere stop Honolulu's ecosystem from being destroyed?
HINT: RADIATION
It contains the Ozone layer, and it absorbs 97-99% of solar UV radiation.
Greenhouse gases will let this radiation in but block another type from going out.
It lets shortwave radiation in, but blocks the long wave from leaving. Shortwave is visible light, but longwave is infrared (heat).
What gas from the Waimanolo Landfill (for example) is 25 times more powerful than the CO2 released by cars?
Methane (CH4)
Which two upper layers are responsible for burning up methods and filtering through energy x-rays?
The <esosphere (meteors), and Thermosphere (x-rays)
Describe the loop that happens as the Pacific Ocean warms up and more water evaporates.
As the ocean warms, more water evaporates, and this water vapor acts like a gas. This gas will trap even more heat and creates a cycle.
What is the end goal of the 2045 law for Hawaii?
To reach 100% renewable energy and stop local CO2 emissions!!!!