AQA Geography Climate Change Revision Notes
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Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time. While climate change is a natural phenomenon, human activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels, have accelerated this process, leading to severe environmental impacts.
Key Concepts
- 1The greenhouse effect is essential for maintaining Earth's temperature but is intensified by human activities.
- 2Carbon dioxide and methane are major greenhouse gases contributing to climate change.
- 3Climate change leads to rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and biodiversity loss.
- 4Mitigation strategies include reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to renewable energy sources.
- 5Adaptation strategies involve adjusting practices and infrastructure to minimize the impacts of climate change.
Simple Explanation
Climate change means that the Earth's climate is changing, mostly because of human actions like burning coal, oil, and gas. This makes the planet warmer, leading to problems like melting ice caps, rising sea levels, and more extreme weather. To help, we can use cleaner energy and change how we live to reduce these effects.
Memory Trick
“Remember 'GEMMA' for Climate Change: Greenhouse gases, Extreme weather, Melting ice, Mitigation, and Adaptation.”
Flashcards
What is the greenhouse effect?
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Exam Questions
Describe and explain the greenhouse effect and its role in climate change. [6 marks]
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Define the greenhouse effect, identify key greenhouse gases, explain how they contribute to warming, and discuss the implications for climate change.
Explain how human activities contribute to climate change. [4 marks]
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Identify specific activities (e.g., burning fossil fuels, deforestation) and explain their impact on greenhouse gas concentrations.
What is meant by climate adaptation? [2 marks]
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Define climate adaptation and provide an example of an adaptation strategy.
Practice Quiz
What is the primary cause of recent climate change?
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