Human activities which contribute to climate change

• What are the two human activities that increase greenhouse gases?

  Burning fossil fuels and deforestation
• What are the four potential effects of global climate change?

  Rising temperatures, sea levels, severe weather, and disease distribution
• Why are models of climate change not always accepted by everyone?

  Because climate change is complex and difficult to model
• What are the three main greenhouse gases mentioned?

  Water vapour, carbon dioxide, and methane
• How does burning fossil fuels contribute to carbon dioxide levels?

  It releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere
• What happens to carbon dioxide levels when rainforests are destroyed?

  Carbon dioxide levels increase due to deforestation
• How does agriculture contribute to methane emissions?

  Methane is released from flooded rice fields and cattle
• What is the relationship between greenhouse gas levels and atmospheric temperature?

  Higher greenhouse gas levels lead to increased temperatures
• What is the effect of rising temperatures on polar ice sheets?

  It leads to melting and increased sea levels
• How can climate change affect the distribution of animals?

  It may change the habitats and ranges of species
• What is peer review in the context of climate change research?

  It allows scientists to evaluate and criticize evidence
• What challenges do scientists face in communicating climate change to the public?

  Complexity and media speculation about climate change
• What is one uncertainty surrounding climate change?

  How much the temperature will increase
• Why might media stories about climate change be problematic?

  They can be simplified or biased
• What is the role of scientists in climate change research?

  To gather evidence and conduct peer reviews
• What is the impact of increased sea levels on low-lying areas?

  It could lead to more flooding
• How does climate change affect insect-borne diseases?

  It may change their distribution and prevalence
• What is the significance of the evidence shared among scientists regarding climate change?

  It allows for validation and criticism of claims
• What is one way carbon dioxide is absorbed naturally?

  By growing trees in tropical rainforests
• What is the effect of climate change on weather patterns?

  It could lead to more severe weather events
• How does the process of peer review benefit climate change research?

  It helps detect false claims and biases
• What is the role of speculation in media regarding climate change?

  It can lead to misunderstandings of the evidence
• What is one consequence of burning forests for land use?

  It releases large amounts of carbon dioxide
• How does climate change affect the health of populations?

  It may increase the spread of diseases
• What is the impact of increased temperatures on glaciers?

  It causes them to melt and raise sea levels
• What is one method of carbon dioxide absorption by nature?

  Photosynthesis by trees
• How does climate change affect agricultural practices?

  It may alter crop yields and farming methods
• What is the relationship between climate change and extreme weather events?

  Climate change can increase the frequency of extreme weather
• What is the significance of the greenhouse effect in climate change?

  It traps heat in the atmosphere, raising temperatures
• What is one consequence of increased greenhouse gases?

  Higher atmospheric temperatures
• How does climate change impact human health?

  It can lead to increased disease transmission
• What is the role of scientists in addressing climate change?

  To research, validate, and communicate findings
• What is the effect of climate change on sea levels?

  It causes sea levels to rise
• What is one way methane is produced in agriculture?

  From cattle passing wind
• How does climate change affect weather patterns?

  It can lead to more severe weather events
• What is the significance of peer review in climate change research?

  It helps validate and improve scientific claims
• What is the impact of climate change on polar regions?

  It leads to melting ice and habitat loss
• What is one consequence of deforestation on greenhouse gases?

  It increases carbon dioxide levels
• How does climate change affect food security?

  It can disrupt food production and supply
• What is the relationship between climate change and human activities?

  Human activities increase greenhouse gas emissions