impacts of high energy consumption

Question 1

LOCAL & REGIONAL: Acid rain

Answer 1

Impacts:
Acids attack statues, gravestones and buuldings, especially if they are made from limestone.
Close to the source of the pollutants , the gases are often breathed in by people, causing respiratory problems.
The acid rain damages trees , especially coniferous tres.
Aluminum is leached out of the soil. This is washed into streams, rivers an lakes where it proves to be toxic for aquatic life.

Question 2

How does global warming occur?

Answer 2

Green house gases trap heat radiated by the earth, stoppong it escaping into space and so heating the atmosphere. This greenhouse effect is natural but it has been enhanced by human activity such as the burning of fossil fuels.

Question 3

What are some of the likely impacts of global warming

Answer 3

Increase in temp – affects ecosystems
More gales and storms
Rainfall patterns change
Ice caps melt sea levels rise

Question 4

How can global warming be managed?

Answer 4

Developing energy conservation
Using cars les and using more energy efficient cars
Public transport or walking when posible
Plamting tres and stopping deforestation
Having international agreements and cooperation – HICs must help other countries