Based on the video, how have humans contributed to climate change?
What causes the temperature on Earth's surface and atmosphere to increase?
Select all that apply. Select the greenhouse gases that contribute to trapping heat in the Earth's atmosphere.
Greenhouse gases like methane are increased by ___ (select all that apply).
Deforestation ___ greenhouse gases because trees are cut down. Trees decrease carbon dioxide by taking in carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen during photosynthesis.
Planes are ___ efficient than cars, and the longer and more flights you take, the more energy it requires.
Self-powered commutes are the greenest of all. Sharing transportation by bus or train comes second. Driving solo produces more emissions unless the car is electric. ___ vehicles typically produce more emissions than small vehicles.
Making products from scratch is energy intensive and may be environmentally costly in countries with few or unenforced environmental regulations. Buying less, reusing or borrowing items, and ___ materials can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Animals produce ___ and carbon dioxide. Diets that reduce meat and other animal products in favor of plants and plant products produce fewer emissions.
___ freestanding homes require more resources to build and insulate, and more energy to light, heat, and cool.
When burned, fossil gas produces less carbon dioxide than coal. ___ turbines and solar panels can generate power without burning any carbon at all.
What did you learn about your future based on your responses from the interactive?