1
What is the greenhouse effect?
the warming of Earth caused by gases in the atmosphere
Which is a greenhouse gas?
carbon dioxide (CO2)
What causes the enhanced greenhouse effect differ from the natural one?
How can we reduce the greenhouse effects?
By reducing fossil fuel use, planting trees
Why is the greenhouse effect important for life on Earth?
It keeps the Earth's temperature table and warm enough to support living organisms
What is global warming?
It's an increase in the Earth's average temperature
What is the relationship between fossil fuels and the greenhouse effects?
burning fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases like CO2 which enhance the greenhouse effect
What is the difference between climate change and the greenhouse effect?
The greenhouse effect is a process while the climate change is a result of the greehouse effect
What can individuals do to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions?
use public transport, conserve energy, recycle, use renewable energy
How does deforestation contribute ti the greenhouse effect?
trees absorb CO2, cutting the down reduces this absorbition and releases stored CO2 into the atmosphere