The greenhouse effect Flashcards
1
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green house effect
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the process through which heat is trapped near Earth’s surface by substances known as greenhouse gases
2
Q
Amazon Land use changes
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- deforestation for palm oil
- illegal logging
- not enough permits for deforestation
3
Q
Cattle ranching
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Cows produce methane which can contribute to the greenhouse effect
4
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Urbanisation
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Replacing green spaces with buildings disrupts the carbon cycle and releases CO2
