7. Climate

Question 1

Renewable

Answer 1

Natural resources that have a sustainable yield or harvest equal to or less than their natural productivity. Eg timber.

Question 2

Non-renewable

Answer 2

Natural resources that cannot be replenished within a timescale of the same order at that at which they are taken from the environment and used. Eg- fossil fuels

Question 3

Energy security

Answer 3

Having an adequate, reliable and affordable supply of energy

Question 4

Maritime

Answer 4

Relating to areas close to the coast

Question 5

Continental

Answer 5

Relating to areas that are distant from the coast

Question 6

Greenhouse gases

Answer 6

Atmospheric gases that absorb infrared radiation, causing world temperatures to be warmer than they otherwise would be.

Question 7

Global warming

Answer 7

An increase in average temperature of earths atmosphere

Question 8

Global dimming

Answer 8

A reduction in global temperatures as a result of pollution