16 flashcards · Shared on 19 August 2026 by AtomAI Library
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Which process is a major cause of global mean sea-level rise?
Thermal expansion of seawater and melting of land-based ice
Which process is a major cause of global mean sea-level rise?
Thermal expansion of seawater and melting of land-based ice
Which human activity is the largest source of carbon dioxide emissions globally?
Burning fossil fuels for energy
What is climate change adaptation?
Actions that reduce vulnerability to actual or expected climate impacts
What is a carbon sink?
A system that absorbs and stores more carbon than it releases
Which effect is most directly associated with rising sea levels?
More frequent coastal flooding and erosion
Which is a likely ecological effect of a warming climate?
Species ranges shift as temperature and rainfall patterns change
What is the main aim of the Paris Agreement on climate change?
To keep global warming well below 2°C and pursue efforts to limit it to 1.5°C
Why does melting sea ice create a positive climate feedback?
It exposes darker ocean water that absorbs more solar energy
Which action is an example of climate change mitigation?
Replacing coal-fired power with wind and solar energy
Why can deforestation contribute to climate change?
It removes trees that absorb carbon dioxide and may release stored carbon
What is climate change?
A long-term shift in average climate conditions and patterns
Which greenhouse gas is released in large quantities by cattle farming and rice cultivation?
Methane
How does the enhanced greenhouse effect warm the planet?
Greenhouse gases trap more outgoing longwave radiation in the atmosphere
Which response is an example of adaptation to rising sea levels?
Protecting coasts with sea walls and restoring salt marshes
What is climate change mitigation?
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions or increasing carbon removal
How can climate change affect water security in some regions?
By changing rainfall patterns and increasing the risk of drought