Chemistry of the Atmosphere Flashcards

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Whats the theory of early atmosphere?

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There were many volcanoes which would erupt and release gases.
Oceans were formed from water vapour.
Marine animals evolved and plants and algae evolved to photosynthesise.

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What gases were in the early atmosphere?

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Carbon dioxide, nitrogen, ammonia, methane and water vapour

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Where did some of the carbon go?

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In rocks and fossil fuels

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4
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What do greenhouse gases do?

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Absorbs heat radiated from the Earth and re radiates in different directions, keeping the Earth warm.

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What human activity affects the amount of greenhouse gases?

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Deforestation
Burning fossil fuels
Agriculture
Creating waste

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What causes climate change?

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Carbon dioxide

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What are some consequences of climate change>

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A rise in sea levels from polar ice caps melting
Changes in rainfall patterns and temperatures
The frequency and severity of storms increasing
Changes in water amount

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What are ways of reducing carbon footprint?

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Renewable energy sources
Efficient processes
Taxung people on their carbon footprint
MOdern Technology

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