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You passed this Milestone 20questions were answeredcorrectly. 4questions were answeredincorrectly. 1 Which of the following is an effect of ozone layer depletion? Levels of lead, radon or asbestos increase. Bodies of water become acidic, disrupting ecosystems. There is an increased rate of skin cancer. Emphysema, asthma and bronchitis are more prevalent. CONCEPT
Impacts of Air Pollution 2 What increasing greenhouse gas is of particular concern because it is so potent?
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Current climate change is occurring because __________.
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carbon dioxide and methane emit radiation that cannot return to space clouds and reflective surfaces on Earth absorb radiation and the atmosphere warms the amount of energy from the sun varies and the heat from radiation can be trapped greenhouse gases absorb and redirect radiation back into the atmosphere CONCEPT Climate Change 4 Choose the statement that accurately describes natural gas. Use of this energy source relies upon mined minerals and heat from radioactive decay. Fracking has expanded access to methane that occurs naturally in underground pockets. It is widely used to heat water boilers, the steam from which drives a turbine that produces electricity. This liquid energy source has a number of different uses, from fuel to plastics. CONCEPT Non-Renewable Energy 5 Which of the following describes a stationary source of air pollution?
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Paul takes his motorcycle for a drive around the lake. Car exhaust from tourists’ vehicles is a concern for many in the community. CONCEPT Air Pollution 6 Choose the statement about the Kyoto Protocol that is FALSE. The Kyoto Protocol has been in force in the United States since 2012. In 1997, many United Nations countries agreed to reduce greenhouse gases. To track progress, an emphasis was placed on improvement methods and emissions data. The agreement would only slightly lower climate change impacts but it was seen as a start. CONCEPT Efforts to Address Climate Change
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