Global warming :) Flashcards
What is the temp we get on earth balanced by ?
Energy get’s from sun and energy it radiates back out of space
What do the gases in the atmosphere act like?
Insulating layer
How do they act like an insulating layer?
By absorbing most of the energy that would be radiated out into space and re-radiate it in all directions, increases temp of earth
What would happen if this process did not happen?
At night there would be nothing to keep energy in, and we would get very cold.
What causes sea level rising?
Higher temperatures, risen over last 100 years
What is change in species distribution?
Distribution of animals may change, with some species that need hot water there could be more of them in different countries
Other species may become less distributed as they might need colder temperatures
What is changing in migration patterns?
Animals may move further north as more of the northern seas become warmer
What else could be reduced?
Biodiversity