The Earths Atmosphere: Climate Change. Flashcards

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How is co2 increasing?

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  • Combustion of fossil fuels.
  • Deforestation.
  • ## Burning forests.
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How is Methane produced?

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  • Agriculture/

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What is the effect of methane and carbon dioxide increasing in the atmosphere?

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  • Temperature of atmosphere increases.
  • ## More energy from the sun is being trapped.
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What is the affect of climate change?

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  • Rising temperatures.
  • Melting ice sheets and glaciers.
  • Increased sea level.
  • Flooding;
  • Severe weather.
  • Change disturbution of animals and affect migration patterns.
  • ## Distribution of diseases.
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What is peer review mean?

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  • Allows scientists to detect false claims.
  • ## Scientists critisise evidence + decide whether it is valid.
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