Greenhouse effect diagram

• What is the effect of greenhouse gases?

  They trap heat in the atmosphere
• What is the greenhouse effect?

  Natural process that warms the Earth
• What is the role of greenhouse gases?

  They trap heat and maintain temperature
• How do greenhouse gases affect the Earth's temperature?

  They keep the Earth warm by trapping heat
• What is the primary source of greenhouse gases?

  Human activities like burning fossil fuels
• What is the impact of the greenhouse effect on climate change?

  It leads to global warming and climate shifts
• What is the term for gases that contribute to the greenhouse effect?

  Greenhouse gases
• What is the significance of the Earth's atmosphere in relation to greenhouse gases?

  It allows greenhouse gases to trap heat
• How do human activities contribute to the greenhouse effect?

  By increasing greenhouse gas emissions through burning fossil fuels
• What happens to heat that is trapped by greenhouse gases?


  It warms the Earth's surface and atmosphere
• What is one effect of the greenhouse effect on the environment?

  Increased global temperatures
• How does the greenhouse effect relate to climate change?

  It exacerbates climate change by increasing temperatures
• What is the relationship between greenhouse gases and the Earth's energy balance?

  Greenhouse gases disrupt the balance by trapping heat
• What is one way humans can reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

  By using renewable energy sources
• Why is it important to address greenhouse gas emissions?

  To mitigate climate change and protect ecosystems
• How do greenhouse gases affect weather patterns?

  They can lead to extreme weather events
• What is one consequence of increased greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

  Rising sea levels
• How does the greenhouse effect contribute to the melting of polar ice caps?

  It raises temperatures, causing ice to melt
• What role do humans play in enhancing the greenhouse effect?

  By increasing emissions through industrial activities
• What is the term for the layer of gases surrounding the Earth?

  Atmosphere
• What is the relationship between greenhouse gases and global warming?

  Greenhouse gases contribute to global warming
• How does the greenhouse effect impact biodiversity?

  It threatens species through habitat changes
• What is one major consequence of climate change caused by greenhouse gases?

  Increased frequency of natural disasters
• Why is it crucial to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

  To prevent severe climate impacts on humanity
• How do greenhouse gases affect the Earth's climate system?

  They disrupt the natural climate balance
• What is the primary consequence of the greenhouse effect?

  Global warming
• How does the greenhouse effect influence ocean temperatures?

  It raises ocean temperatures, affecting marine life
• What is the significance of reducing carbon emissions?

  It helps mitigate the greenhouse effect
• What is one method to capture greenhouse gases?

  Carbon capture and storage technology
• Why is it important to transition to renewable energy sources?

  To reduce greenhouse gas emissions
• How do changes in land use contribute to greenhouse gas emissions?

  They can increase emissions through deforestation
• What is the effect of deforestation on greenhouse gases?

  It increases greenhouse gas emissions
• How does urbanization affect greenhouse gas emissions?

  It typically increases emissions due to energy use
• What is the relationship between transportation and greenhouse gas emissions?

  Transportation is a major source of emissions
• What is one consequence of climate change on agriculture?

  Altered growing seasons
• How does climate change affect water resources?

  It can lead to water scarcity and flooding
• What is the impact of climate change on human health?

  It can increase health risks and diseases
• What is one effect of climate change on ecosystems?

  Loss of biodiversity
• Why is it important to study the effects of climate change?

  To develop strategies for mitigation and adaptation
• How does climate change influence global food security?

  It threatens food production and access