CO2
T/F: CO2 is always good for the environment
False
What are the three main types of emissions?
carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide.
What are some nonrenewable energy sources?
coal and nuclear
What does recycling do for the environment?
It reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills and incinerators.
What team does Lebron James play for?
Los Angeles Lakers
The primary human - caused source of CO2 is _________________
The burning of fossil fuels
What is the primary source of methane?
landfills
T/F: Coal is a renewable energy
False
What are three types of transportation that you can use to reduce your carbon footprint?
Electric car, bike, and taking the train
Which two famous rappers are beefing right now?
Drake and Kendrick Lamar
Two reservoirs that absorb CO2 from the atmosphere are _______ and ________.
Oceans and plants
What are some sources of greenhouse gases?
Landfills, fossil fuel combustions, cattle farms for food?
What are some renewable energy sources? (Need to write down at least 3)
solar, wind, biomass, geothermal, hydropower
What is better for the environment, buying a diesel truck or buying a Tesla that runs on electric power?
Buying a Tesla that runs on electric power.
What Ape movie is coming to Theaters this Thursday?
Kingdom of the Planet of Apes
How much does CO2 contribute to greenhouse gases?
About 76%
What are the main ways that humans release greenhouse gases?
Burning fossil fuels, cutting down forrests and farming livestock
Because its a substance that is used up quicker then it can replace itself, once we use it all up there will be non available for hundreds even thousands of years.
What are some cons of emission reduction? (Name at least 2)
Cost and job displacement
Who sings the song "Unwritten" ..... "Staring at the blank page before you open up the dirty window" ................ "REACHING FOR SOMETHING IN THE DISTANCE"
Natasha Bedinfield
What is the greenhouse effect of excess CO2?
It causes more heat to be retained by the atmosphere and leads to global warming.
As of right now how many degrees will global temperatures rise by the year 2100?
2.1 - 3.5
What are carbon sinks and what is their role in the environment?
Forst, oceans and other natural environment that have the ability to absorb carbon dixoide from the atmosphere.
What are the three main types of carbon capture?
Pre-combustion capture, post combustion capture, and oxyfuel combustion
Who is the Professor going to give an A+ to on their presentation?
Us of course