Causes of Climate Change
What gas is produced by cars and factories that leads to climate change?
Carbon dioxide or
CO2
What is happening to the oceans as a result of global warming?
They are getting warmer and rising
What can people do at home to save electricity and help fight climate change?
Turn off the lights when not using them
What human activity is responsible for cutting down trees and causing climate change?
Deforestation
Which animals are losing their homes because the ice is melting in the Arctic?
Polar bears and seals
What kind of transportation can people use to help reduce air pollution and climate change?
Walk or ride a bike
What type of fuel, when burned for energy, is a big cause of climate change?
Fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas
What kind of weather is becoming more extreme because of global warming?
Heatwaves, floods, and hurricanes
"What can people do with plastic bottles to help reduce waste and fight climate change?"
Recycle them
What happens when people burn fossil fuels to make electricity?
It releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere
How does global warming affect food production?
It makes farming harder due to extreme weather, droughts, and changing temperatures
How does planting more trees help slow down climate change?
Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the air