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Mod G Unit 4 Lesson3
Module G Unit 4 Lesson 3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Fossil Fuels | Substances formed in the earth from plant or animal remains. |
| Greenhouse Gases | Any of various substances in the atmosphere that absorb infrared radiation, trap heat in the atmosphere, and contribute to increasing temperatures. |
| Greenhouse Effect | An atmospheric heating phenomenon, that explains how the heat is retained by the atmosphere. |
| Climate | The average weather conditions in an area over a long period. |
| Climate Zones | Areas of Earth that have similar temperature and precipitation. |
| Energy Balance | The amount of solar radiation coming into the Earth system compared to the amount going out. |