the enhanced greenhouse effect

Question 1

top 3 greenhouse gasses -

Answer 1

Carbon Dioxide
Methane
CFC’s

Question 2

what is a greenhouse gas?

Answer 2

A greenhouse gas is a gas that traps heat in the Earth’s atmosphere, causing the planet to warm up.

Question 3

what is the enhanced greenhouse effect?

Answer 3

The enhanced greenhouse effect is the extra warming of the Earth caused by human activities, like burning fossil fuels and deforestation, which increase greenhouse gas levels. This traps more heat in the atmosphere, leading to climate change.

Question 4

what is an example of-
1.A CFC

2.Cause of Carbon Dioxide

3.Cause of methane

Answer 4

1. aerosol / sprays

2.Burning fossil fuels - oil, coal, natural gas for energy and transportation

3. Livestock digestion - cow burps

Question 5

what causes acid rain?

Answer 5

Acid rain is caused by the release of sulfur dioxide (SO₂) and nitrogen oxides (NOₓ) into the atmosphere, mainly from burning fossil fuels (like coal and oil). These gasses lift into the air, and into the clouds, then back onto the ground.

Question 6

what are impacts of acid rain?

Answer 6

Damage to plant life
Loss of aquatic biodiversity
Forest decline
Corrosion of buildings and structures
Water contamination
Agricultural losses

Question 7

what is carbon monoxide?

Answer 7

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and poisonous gas produced by incomplete combustion of fossil fuels.

Question 8

How does Carbon Monoxide affect human health?

Answer 8

It binds to hemoglobin in the blood, reducing oxygen transport, leading to symptoms like headaches, dizziness, and, in severe cases, death.

Question 9

What are the main sources of Carbon Monoxide emissions?

Answer 9

Motor vehicles, industrial processes, and residential heating systems.