he continuous, natural process by which carbon atoms travel between the atmosphere, Earth’s surface (land/oceans), and living organisms.

release of carbon-based gases—most commonly carbon dioxide and methane—into the atmosphere.

gases in Earth’s atmosphere—such as carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor—that trap heat from the sun near the surface, acting like a blanket to keep the planet warm.

a natural process where atmospheric gases (like and methane) trap heat radiating from Earth’s surface, preventing it from escaping into space and keeping the planet habitable

non-renewable energy sources—specifically coal, petroleum (oil), and natural gas—formed from the buried remains of ancient plants and animals subjected to intense heat and pressure over millions of years

the long-term rise in Earth's average temperature, primarily caused by increased greenhouse gases (like and methane) from human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation.

tiny solid particles or liquid droplets suspended in a gas, usually air

natural causes of climate change

volcanic eruptions, meteor impact, greenhouse gases, global ocean currents

human activities that causes climate change

greenhouse gases, deforestation, urbanization

the large-scale, permanent removal of trees and forests by humans to make room for other uses, such as farming, cattle ranching, or building infrastructure

the process where more and more people move from rural areas (countryside) to cities, causing cities to grow in size and population

a thin, protective layer of gases (mostly nitrogen and oxygen) surrounding Earth, held in place by gravity

is a nonmetal chemical element (symbol C, atomic number 6) essential to life, forming the basis of organic chemistry and all living organisms

energy derived from natural, virtually inexhaustible sources that replenish themselves faster than they are consumed.

Ocean currents are continuous, directed movements of seawater, acting like vast rivers flowing in predictable patterns across the ocean surface or in deep water

any form of precipitation—rain, snow, fog, or dust—with high levels of nitric and sulfuric acids, usually having a pH below 4.5. It is primarily caused by human activities like burning fossil fuels

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unit 10

Evidence of Climate Change

Question	Answer
carbon cycle	he continuous, natural process by which carbon atoms travel between the atmosphere, Earth’s surface (land/oceans), and living organisms.
carbon emissions	release of carbon-based gases—most commonly carbon dioxide and methane—into the atmosphere.
greenhouse gases	gases in Earth’s atmosphere—such as carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor—that trap heat from the sun near the surface, acting like a blanket to keep the planet warm.
greenhouse effect	a natural process where atmospheric gases (like and methane) trap heat radiating from Earth’s surface, preventing it from escaping into space and keeping the planet habitable
fossil fuels	non-renewable energy sources—specifically coal, petroleum (oil), and natural gas—formed from the buried remains of ancient plants and animals subjected to intense heat and pressure over millions of years
global warming	the long-term rise in Earth's average temperature, primarily caused by increased greenhouse gases (like and methane) from human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation.
aerosols	tiny solid particles or liquid droplets suspended in a gas, usually air
natural causes of climate change	volcanic eruptions, meteor impact, greenhouse gases, global ocean currents
human activities that causes climate change	greenhouse gases, deforestation, urbanization
deforestation	the large-scale, permanent removal of trees and forests by humans to make room for other uses, such as farming, cattle ranching, or building infrastructure
urbanization	the process where more and more people move from rural areas (countryside) to cities, causing cities to grow in size and population
atmosphere	a thin, protective layer of gases (mostly nitrogen and oxygen) surrounding Earth, held in place by gravity
carbon	is a nonmetal chemical element (symbol C, atomic number 6) essential to life, forming the basis of organic chemistry and all living organisms
renewable energy	energy derived from natural, virtually inexhaustible sources that replenish themselves faster than they are consumed.
ocean currents	Ocean currents are continuous, directed movements of seawater, acting like vast rivers flowing in predictable patterns across the ocean surface or in deep water
acid rain	any form of precipitation—rain, snow, fog, or dust—with high levels of nitric and sulfuric acids, usually having a pH below 4.5. It is primarily caused by human activities like burning fossil fuels

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