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 The Greenhouse Effect

The greenhouse effect is the process by which gases in the atmosphere trap heat from the sun. Certain gases, known as greenhouse gases, are particularly good at absorbing and trapping heat. The most important greenhouse gas is carbon dioxide, followed by methane, water vapor, and nitrous oxide.

Without the greenhouse effect, the Earth would be a frozen and lifeless planet. However, human activity has increased the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, leading to an enhanced greenhouse effect. This is causing the Earth's temperature to rise, resulting in changes to the climate.

There are many sources of greenhouse gases, including the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation, and the production of cement. The most significant source of greenhouse gases is the burning of fossil fuels for energy. This releases large amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

Scientists are concerned about the effects of global warming, which is the result of an enhanced greenhouse effect. They predict that global warming will cause a rise in sea levels, more frequent and severe weather events, and changes to ecosystems and agriculture.

Questions

1. What is the greenhouse effect? A. The process by which heat from the sun is absorbed and trapped by gases in the atmosphere. B. The process by which heat from the Earth is absorbed and trapped by gases in the atmosphere. C. The process by which the Earth's atmosphere is cooled by the sun's heat. D. The process by which gases in the atmosphere prevent heat from reaching the Earth's surface.

Answer: A

2. Which of the following is the most important greenhouse gas? A. Water vapor B. Nitrous oxide C. Carbon dioxide D. Methane

Answer: C

3. What is the main cause of the enhanced greenhouse effect? A. Deforestation B. The production of cement C. The burning of fossil fuels D. The release of nitrous oxide

Answer: C

4. What are scientists concerned about regarding global warming? A. The loss of animal habitats B. The destruction of coral reefs C. The loss of biodiversity D. The rise in sea levels and other effects on the environment

Answer: D