Unit 2 Ch. 7.2 Flashcards
1
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What is Climate Change
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It is defined as measurable long term changes in averages of temperature, clouds, winds, precipitation, and the frequencies of extreme weather events such as floods, major storms, and heat waves.
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What is Global Warming
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Global warming can be defined as increases in the average temperatures on Earth.
3
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What caused global warming
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Global Warming is caused by higher concentrations of greenhouse gases(co2, methane, etc..)being released into the atmosphere. These gases trap heat in the atmosphere.
