What is Climate Change?
What does the word extreme mean?
The word extreme means very strong or dangerous.
What is the difference between weather and climate?
Weather is short-term, but climate is long-term.
When did the Industrial Revolution begin?
The Industrial Revolution began around the year 1750.
What is happening to ice and glaciers in the Arctic?
The ice and glaciers in the Arctic are melting.
What does “global problem” mean?
A global problem means something that affects the whole world.
What does “weather” mean?
Weather means what is happening in the air each day, like rainy, snowy, or sunny.
What fuels did people start burning during this time?
People started burning coal, oil, and gas.
Why are some animals losing their homes in places like Antarctica?
Some animals are losing their homes because the ice is melting and destroying their habitats.
Who is affected by climate change?
Climate change affects people, animals, and nature everywhere.
What does “climate” mean?
Climate means the usual weather in a place over a long time.
What are greenhouse gases?
Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat around the Earth.
What problems are farmers having because of Climate Change?
Farmers are having trouble because droughts and floods make it hard to grow food.
What kind of weather is happening more often now?
We see more strong storms, floods, and heat waves now.
What do scientists do to understand climate change?
Scientists watch and measure the weather every year.
What gas is made when people burn coal, oil, and gas?
The gas that is made is called carbon dioxide (CO₂).
Why is it important to work together to stop climate change?
It is important to work together because climate change is a global problem that affects everyone.
What does “climate change” mean?
Climate change means the Earth’s climate is changing over time.
What happens when weather patterns change for a long time?
When weather patterns change for a long time, the climate changes.
What happens when there are too many greenhouse gases in the air?
When there are too many greenhouse gases, the Earth becomes hotter.
What are some ways people can help the Earth?
People can help the Earth by using renewable energy, recycling, planting trees, and saving electricity.