Practice Regional And Global Climate (1.3) - Introduction to Cities and Climate Change: Adaptation and Mitigation

Practice: Regional and Global Climate

Lesson 1.3Introduction to Cities and Climate Change: Adaptation and Mitigation

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Question 1.
Define climate.
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Think about long-term weather patterns.
Question 2.
What is the primary greenhouse gas emitted by burning fossil fuels?
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It is often mentioned in the context of climate change.
3Question 3.
What is the primary difference between climate and weather?
- Climate is short-term and weather is long-term
- Weather is short-term and climate is long-term
- Both are synonymous
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Remember the quote from Mark Twain.
4Question 4.
True or False: A 1-degree Celsius increase in global temperatures is considered significant.
- True
- False
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Think about the changes in our environment.
Question 5.
Discuss the potential ecological consequences of a 2-degree Celsius increase in global temperatures. Consider both direct and indirect effects.
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Consider broader impacts beyond immediate warming.
Question 6.
Evaluate the effectiveness of global strategies aimed at lowering greenhouse gas emissions. What are some successful examples?
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Think globally about collective actions.

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