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Sources of Nitrous Oxide

12.1.8 - Sources of Nitrous Oxide

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Question 1 Easy

What is nitrous oxide?

💡 Hint: What is its chemical formula?

Question 2 Easy

Name one source of nitrous oxide emissions.

💡 Hint: Think about fertilizers or tools used in farming.

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Question 1

What is the primary source of nitrous oxide?

Fossil Fuels
Agriculture
Landfills

💡 Hint: Consider which activity uses fertilizers the most.

Question 2

Is nitrous oxide more potent than carbon dioxide?

True
False

💡 Hint: Think of the global warming potential number.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze the impact of reducing synthetic fertilizer use on nitrous oxide levels in the atmosphere. What societal changes would be necessary?

💡 Hint: Consider how farming methods can alter gas emissions.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the effectiveness of various mitigation strategies for reducing nitrous oxide emissions in agriculture. Which methods would likely have the most impact?

💡 Hint: Think about which methods facilitate better fertilizer use.

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