global warming

• What should you be able to describe by the end of the video on global warming?

  You should be able to describe global warming, its biological consequences, and the concept of peer review.
• What has been happening to the average temperature of the Earth over the last 100 years?

  The average temperature of the Earth has been increasing.
• What human activities have contributed to the increase in carbon dioxide levels?

  Burning fossil fuels such as coal and oil.
• How do the current changes in Earth's temperature differ from past climate changes?

  The current increase in temperature is believed to be caused by human activities.
• How is methane produced according to the study material?

  Methane is produced by bacteria in paddy fields and by cows when they pass wind.
• What is another greenhouse gas mentioned that has increased in the atmosphere?

  Methane.
• What role do greenhouse gases play in global warming?

  They trap heat in the atmosphere.
• What is the process called that checks scientific papers before publication?

  Peer review.
• Why is peer review important in scientific research?

  It helps to detect false claims and ensures research validity.
• What is a limitation of reports in popular media regarding global warming?

  They are not subject to peer review and can be oversimplified or biased.
• What is one consequence of global warming mentioned in the study material?

  Loss of habitats.
• How might global warming affect the range of birds and insects?

  They may gradually extend their range northwards towards cooler conditions.
• How is the habitat of Arctic organisms affected by global warming?

  There is a reduction in ice levels, leading to habitat loss.
• What potential risk do mosquitoes pose with global warming?

  They may spread diseases like malaria to the UK.
• How do migration patterns of animals change with global warming?

  The migration patterns of many animals may change.
• How are flowering times of plants in the UK affected by global warming?

  Spring plants are flowering earlier due to warmer conditions.
• What new agricultural opportunities may arise in the UK due to global warming?

  We may be able to grow crops such as grapes in parts of the UK.
• What might happen to crop growth in other parts of the world due to global warming?

  It may become too hot to grow the crops that are needed.
• Where can students find more questions on global warming for revision?

  In the revision workbook linked in the video.