Global Warming Flashcards
Which are the two gases that are increasing and contribute to global warming?
Levels of carbon dioxide and methane in the atmosphere are increasing. These two gases contributed to global warning.
What are the biological consequences of global warming?
. Changes in weather which include flooding and drought.
. Melting of ice caps and increase in sea levels.
. Habitat loss, which can lead to species becoming extinct or critically endangered.
What are the programs that scientist and concerns citizens put in place to reduce the negative effect of global warming on humans
. The introduction of field margins in agricultural areas where farmers grow one type of crop. This encourages diversity of wildlife as there is a variety of food.
. Breeding programs for endangered species to guard against extinction and be able to increase numbers in the wild.
. Recycling resources instead of dumping waste in landfill.
. Protection and regeneration of rare habitats.
. Reduction of deforestation and carbon dioxide emissions.
