Global Environmental Changes Flashcards
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Q: What are some causes of large-scale environmental changes?
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A:
Opening of new oceans
Closing of ocean current pathways
Volcanism increasing atmospheric CO₂
Mountain formation altering air currents
Changes in sea levels
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Q: How can these environmental changes reinforce one another?
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A: Warmer temperatures can lead to warmer oceans and rising sea levels, which further raise temperatures, creating a cycle of ongoing climate change.
