natural disasters
what is an earthquake
a sudden violent shaking of the ground, typically causing great destruction, as a result of movements within the earth's crust or volcanic action
explain: to come clean
to admit the truth
what is global warming
Global warming is the long-term heating of Earth's climate system
global warming increases the temperatures
the temperatures are increased by global warming
when you are 100% sure, you are...
certain
what is a heat wave
a prolonged period of abnormally hot weather
explain: a drop in the ocean
a very small amount in comparison to the large amount that is needed
give at least 3 ideas of how we can help slow down global warming
recycling, carpooling, eco friendly products, save electricity, save water, plant trees, reduce co2, use less plastic etc
Earthquakes and tornados cause a lot of damage.
A lot of damage is caused by earthquakes and tornados.
what did people use to get information before the internet?
they used encyclopedias
what is a drought
a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water
explain: to make ends meet
to have enough money to pay your bills
you have 10 seconds to say as many words that come to mind that have to do with global warming.
climate change, pollution, heat, high temperatures, melting glaciers, dying animals, dying plants, earthquakes, floods, natural disasters, recycling, co2, tornadoes, cyclones, droughts etc
Natural forest fires are usually started by lighting.
Lightening usually starts natural forest fires.
what is wrong with the ozone? it's...
it's pierced
what are ice caps and why are they melting
The ice caps are the thick layers of ice and snow that cover the North and South Poles.
Ice caps are melting as a global warming effect and climate change.
explain: kill two birds with on e stone + give an example
to accomplish two things at the same time instead of only one
what does it mean to go green?
these are environmentally friendly and ecologically responsible decisions and lifestyles that help the world
over 200 000 people in 14 countries were killed by these tsunamis.
The tsunamis killed over 200 000 people in 14 countries.
An occurrence of 2 or more events or circumstances without connection. When two things happen at the same time that were not planned it's a...
coincidence
what are tropical cyclones and why do they appear?
they are cyclones which form over warm ocean waters and draw their energy from the evaporation and condensation of that water. Tropical cyclones are associated with strong thunderstorms, high winds, and flooding.
explain the two + what are the differences: keep your eyes wide open & keep an open mind
1. to be alert, to notice any unusual and potentially dangerous or difficult circumstances, to be vigilante
2. a willingness to listen to or accept different ideas or opinions
when did Scientists first start presenting calculations about global warming?
in the 1950s and 1960s
In March 2011 the earthquake off the eastern coast of japan created a 40m high tsunami wave.
A 40m high tsunami wave created the earthquake off the eastern coast of Japan in March 2011.
lack of, insufficient amounts
scarce