Global Warming (AQA GCSE Biology): Quizzes
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What is global warming?
What is global warming?
An increase in Earth's average temperature
What is the primary cause of global warming?
What is the primary cause of global warming?
Rise in greenhouse gases
Which two greenhouse gases are highlighted as causing global warming?
Which two greenhouse gases are highlighted as causing 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 as ice caps melt?
Which species lose habitats as ice caps melt?
Polar bears and seals
What causes sea levels to rise?
What causes sea levels to rise?
Melting ice
What happens to low-lying areas as sea levels rise?
What happens to low-lying areas as sea levels rise?
They flood with salty water
Which patterns shift and affect species migration and distribution?
Which patterns shift and affect species migration and distribution?
Temperature and rainfall patterns
How are migration routes affected by global warming?
How are migration routes affected by global warming?
They are disrupted
Why might species no longer survive in their traditional habitats?
Why might species no longer survive in their traditional habitats?
Due to temperature and rainfall shifts
What is the overall effect of habitat destruction on biodiversity?
What is the overall effect of habitat destruction on biodiversity?
Significant reduction in biodiversity