4.6.1 - What is the Greenhouse Effect?
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What is the greenhouse effect?
💡 Hint: Think about which gases are most abundant in our atmosphere.
Name one greenhouse gas.
💡 Hint: It's produced when we burn fossil fuels.
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What is the primary effect of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?
💡 Hint: Think about how a greenhouse keeps plants warm.
True or False: The enhanced greenhouse effect is solely a natural phenomenon.
💡 Hint: Consider what actions humans take that change the environment.
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Discuss how climate policy can be influenced by an understanding of the greenhouse effect. Provide two examples of policies that could help mitigate global warming.
💡 Hint: Think about government initiatives that encourage clean energy.
Evaluate the role of individual actions in combating the enhanced greenhouse effect. What personal choices can contribute to solutions?
💡 Hint: Consider what small changes you can make in daily life.
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