All Flashcards
Why is the greenhouse effect important?
Keeps Earth warm enough to support life.
What is the impact of increased greenhouse gases?
Leads to enhanced greenhouse effect and climate change.
Explain the relationship between GWP and climate change.
Higher GWP means a greater contribution to warming.
Why is deforestation a concern regarding the greenhouse effect?
Reduces carbon sequestration, increasing atmospheric CO2.
How do human activities enhance the greenhouse effect?
By increasing the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
Explain the difference between natural and enhanced greenhouse effect.
Natural is essential for life; enhanced is due to human activities, causing climate change.
Why is the greenhouse effect important?
Keeps Earth warm enough to support life.
What is the impact of increased greenhouse gases?
Enhances the greenhouse effect, leading to climate change.
Why is GWP important for understanding greenhouse gases?
Helps prioritize which gases to reduce based on their warming impact.
What is the difference between the natural and enhanced greenhouse effect?
Natural is essential for life; enhanced is caused by human activities, leading to climate change.
What is the role of infrared radiation in the greenhouse effect?
Earth re-emits absorbed solar energy as infrared radiation, which greenhouse gases trap.
How does deforestation contribute to the greenhouse effect?
Reduces carbon sequestration and increases atmospheric CO2.
How can transitioning to renewable energy help reduce the greenhouse effect?
Reduces fossil fuel combustion, lowering CO2 emissions.
How does reforestation help mitigate climate change?
Increases carbon sequestration, removing CO2 from the atmosphere.
How does reducing meat consumption help lower greenhouse gas emissions?
Decreases methane emissions from livestock farming.
How can capturing landfill gas help reduce greenhouse gas emissions?
Reduces methane emissions from landfills.