Global Warming (AQA GCSE Biology Combined Science): Quizzes
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What is global warming?
What is global warming?
An increase in Earth's average temperature
Which two greenhouse gases primarily cause global warming?
Which two greenhouse gases primarily cause global warming?
Carbon dioxide and methane
How do greenhouse gases cause the planet to warm?
How do greenhouse gases cause the planet to warm?
They trap heat and reflect it to Earth
What happens to polar ice caps due to warming temperatures?
What happens to polar ice caps due to warming temperatures?
They melt
Which species lose habitats due to melting ice caps?
Which species lose habitats due to melting ice caps?
Polar bears and seals
What causes sea levels to rise?
What causes sea levels to rise?
Melting ice
How do rising sea levels affect low-lying areas?
How do rising sea levels affect low-lying areas?
They flood with salty water
What shifts can disrupt migration routes of species?
What shifts can disrupt migration routes of species?
Temperature and rainfall pattern shifts
What happens to many species as habitats are destroyed or altered?
What happens to many species as habitats are destroyed or altered?
They may become extinct
What is the overall impact on biodiversity from global warming?
What is the overall impact on biodiversity from global warming?
Significant reduction in biodiversity