Y8 - Climate Change Flashcards
1
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Atmosphere
A
The envelope of gases surrounding the earth or another planet
2
Q
Greenhouse Gas
A
A gas that contributes to the greenhouse effect
3
Q
Greenhouse Effect
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The trapping of the sun’s warmth in a planets atmosphere
4
Q
Carbon Emissions
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Emissions stemming from the burning of fossil fuels
5
Q
Deforestation
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The action of clearing a wide area of trees
6
Q
Carbon Dioxide
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A colourless, odourless gas produced by burning carbon and organic compounds
7
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Global Warming
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The long term warming of the planet’s overall temperature
