The Greenhouse Effect Flashcards
1
Q
Why is the greenhouse effect important?
A
Without it temperatures on earth would average -18
All heat would escape from earth and we would freeze at night
2
Q
What is the problem with enhancing the greenhouse affect nb producing co2?
A
Earth is getting warmer as more radiation is absorbed and unable to escape which causes the air to get warmer
3
Q
What are the main greenhouse gases?
A
Carbon dioxide from burning fossil fuels and deforestation
Methane from cows and organic waste
Nitrous oxide from soils and fertilisers
Water vapour
4
Q
What will a rise in temperature result in?
A
Ice caps melting and reduced snowfall
5
Q
What do greenhouse gases do?
A
Naturally stop all heat that is reflected back into space from escaping
