Global climate change (AQA GCSE Chemistry): Flashcards
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What is global climate change?
What is global climate change?
Earth's average temperature getting warmer over time
How many major effects of climate change are there?
How many major effects of climate change are there?
Six
What causes sea level rise?
What causes sea level rise?
Ice caps and glaciers melting
What are the effects of sea level rise?
What are the effects of sea level rise?
Flooding in coastal areas and increased coastal erosion
Why are storms more frequent with climate change?
Why are storms more frequent with climate change?
More energy in the atmosphere from warmer temperatures
How do rain patterns change?
How do rain patterns change?
Some areas get more rain, others get less rain
How does climate change affect living things?
How does climate change affect living things?
Temperature and water stress - humans and wildlife may not cope
Why does climate change affect food production?
Why does climate change affect food production?
Crops need specific temperatures and rainfall to grow well
How does climate change affect wildlife distribution?
How does climate change affect wildlife distribution?
Species may have to relocate to find better conditions
Step 1: How humans cause climate change
Step 1: How humans cause climate change
Human activities release carbon dioxide
Step 2: Role of carbon dioxide
Step 2: Role of carbon dioxide
Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that traps heat
Step 3: Temperature and correlation
Step 3: Temperature and correlation
As increases, temperature increases
What is peer review?
What is peer review?
Other scientists check and approve the work