
8.11 A Key Ideas: Natural Events
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Multiple Choice
The graph shows changes in carbon dioxide
(CO2) concentrations and surface temperatures
on Earth from the years 1880 to 2000.
Why do carbon dioxide concentrations and
surface temperatures show the relationship seen
in the graph?
because lower carbon dioxide levels mean more
heat is retained in Earth's atmosphere
because higher carbon dioxide levels mean
more heat is retained in Earth's atmosphere
because lower carbon dioxide levels mean less
heat is retained in Earth's atmosphere
because higher carbon dioxide levels mean less
heat is retained in Earth's atmosphere
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Multiple Choice
What is the main cause of current climate change?
Human activity
Solar activity
Volcanoes
Oceanic Diffusion
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Multiple Choice
What is the role of greenhouse gases in climate change?
They cool the Earth's surface
They trap heat in the atmosphere
They have no effect on climate
They increase solar radiation
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Multiple Choice
What is the role of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the carbon cycle?
It is a greenhouse gas
It is a pollutant
It is a nutrient
It is a mineral
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Multiple Choice
The map shows the location of a volcano. The winds in this area usually blow from west to east. The smoke and ash from a volcano can be blown great distances, and these are harmful to humans. Based on the information given, what is the safest location for humans to build a town?
A
B
C
D
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Multiple Choice
This city was destroyed in 79 A.D. by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius.
Rome
Munich
Pompeii
Naples
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Multiple Choice
Volcanoes are never destructive
True
False
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Open Ended
We learned about the North Atlantic Current and its vital role in powering the Gulf Stream which brings warmer temperatures to Western Europe area.
A) How can the melting of glaciers cause the north Atlantic current to lose its power?
B) What would happen if the North Atlantic Current stops?
(Hint: That was the plot of Day After Tomorrow)
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Open Ended
Choose one of the following ways to tell the story of a natural event that influences climate and the changes it can cause.
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Poll
How confident do you feel about this topic now?
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