Indigenous Knowledge and Technology
This describes daily conditions like rain or sunshine.
Weather
This system includes air and greenhouse gases.
Atmosphere
Burning fossil fuels is a __________ cause of climate change.
Humans
A long period without rain is called a __________.
Drought
Crop __________ can be affected by climate change.
Yields
Climate change makes ice travel more __________.
Dangerous
This system includes oceans, rivers, and glaciers.
Hydrosphere
Volcanoes and meteors are __________ causes.
Natural
Extremely hot weather over many days is a __________.
Heatwave
Warmer temperatures can increase __________.
Pests
Name one technology used to track climate change.
RADAR, satellites, computer models
This system includes plants and animals.
Biosphere
This gas traps heat and warms Earth.
Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
Name one extreme weather event in Canada.
Wildfires, blizzards, floods, tornadoes
Why might farmers need more irrigation?
Less rain / hotter temperatures
Why is long-term data important?
Climate changes over many years
This effect traps heat in Earth’s atmosphere.
Greenhouse Effect
How can volcanoes cool Earth at first?
Ash blocks sunlight
Why does climate change increase extreme weather?
More heat = more energy in weather systems
How does climate change affect animal habitats?
Habitats change or are destroyed
Why should Elders and scientists work together?
They provide a fuller understanding
This word means sunlight is reflected by ice and clouds.
Albedo
Name one human activity that increases greenhouse gases.
Cars, factories, burning fossil fuels
Why are evacuation orders important during wildfires?
To keep people safe and allow firefighters to work
Explain one way climate change affects farming in Canada.
Floods, droughts, shorter growing seasons