Topic 6: The Carbon Cycle & Energy Security (Edexcel A-Level Geography): Flashcards
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Carbon Forcing
Carbon Forcing
Influences that alter Earth's radiative equilibrium, forcing temps to rise/fall
Carbon Fertilisation
Carbon Fertilisation
Extra plant growth due to more atmospheric CO2
Ocean Acidification
Ocean Acidification
CO2 dissolving in ocean forms carbonic acid
Three Major Greenhouse Gases
Three Major Greenhouse Gases
Carbon dioxide, Methane, Nitrous oxide
Earth's temp without greenhouse gases
Earth's temp without greenhouse gases
21C cooler
What does photosynthesis balance in atmosphere?
What does photosynthesis balance in atmosphere?
O2 and CO2 balance
Where NPP is highest
Where NPP is highest
Tropical rainforest and warm shallow oceans
Where NPP is lowest
Where NPP is lowest
Arid and tundra areas
Melting permafrost releases
Melting permafrost releases
CH4 and CO2 from decaying organic matter
Main implication for hydrological cycle
Main implication for hydrological cycle
Increased temperatures and evaporation rates