All Flashcards
What was the purpose of the Montreal Protocol?
Phased out CFC production to protect the ozone layer.
What are the effects of burning fossil fuels?
Releases CO2, enhancing the greenhouse effect and causing climate change.
What is the impact of deforestation on climate?
Reduces carbon sinks, increasing atmospheric CO2 and global warming.
How does livestock farming contribute to the greenhouse effect?
Livestock produces methane, a potent greenhouse gas.
What is the effect of increased CO2 concentrations?
Increased trapping of infrared radiation, leading to global warming and climate change.
What are the consequences of melting permafrost?
Release of trapped methane and CO2, further accelerating global warming.
Define greenhouse effect.
Natural process where gases trap heat, warming Earth.
What are greenhouse gases?
Gases that trap heat in Earth's atmosphere.
Define thermal retention property.
Ability of a gas to trap heat.
What is Global Warming Potential (GWP)?
Measures a gas's warming contribution relative to CO2 over 100 years.
Define carbon sequestration.
The process of capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide.