Greenhouse Gases Trap Energy from the Sun Flashcards
1
Q
Where is the heat energy from, that hits the earth?
A
the energy from the sun and the energy it radiates back out into space
2
Q
Where does most of the heat go?
A
gases in the atmosphere
3
Q
How many types of gases are in the atmosphere?
A
7 - water vapour, carbon dioxide, methane
4
Q
What are the gases in the atmosphere called?
A
greenhouse gases
5
Q
What is the effect of the greenhouse gases?
A
the earth is heating up and this leads to global warming, which is a type of climate change - leads to extreme weather, rising sea levels and flooding due to the polar ice caps melting - which can cause habitat loss and could change and alter food webs and crop growth
