Climate Change / Global Warming Flashcards
1
Q
Define extreme weather
A
When a weather event is significantly different from the average or usual weather pattern
2
Q
Define weather
A
The conditions right here right now
3
Q
Define climate
A
The average weather experienced over 30 years or more
4
Q
Define mitigation
A
Reducing the causes of climate change
5
Q
Define adaptation
A
Responding to the changes e.g. building coastal protection to protect is from sea level rise
