Climatic Hazards Flashcards

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What are the 3 main natural causes of climate change

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Orbital changes
Solar activity
Volcanic activity

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What are the human causes of climate change

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Green House effect

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How can climate change be managed

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Carbon capture - uses technology to capture co2 that is produced by burning fossil fuels
Planting trees - trees act as a carbon sink removing co2 from the atmosphere

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How can we adapt to climate change

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Plant trees to shade seedlings
Change crops and livestock to suit the new climatic conditions
Manage water supply by storing water

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