Question detail

Which of the following is a consequence of enhanced global warming?

Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.

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MCQ

Type

practice

Style

Topic

Carbon dioxide and methane as greenhouse gases

Question

A. Decreased carbon dioxide levels
B. Increased frequency of extreme weather events
C. Lower sea levels
D. Reduced agricultural productivity

Answer

The correct option is Increased frequency of extreme weather events. This answer is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to distinguish the natural greenhouse effect from enhanced global warming caused by increased greenhouse gases in the subtopic Greenhouse gases.

Explanation

The correct option is Increased frequency of extreme weather events. Increased frequency of extreme weather events is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to distinguish the natural greenhouse effect from enhanced global warming caused by increased greenhouse gases. This belongs to the subtopic Greenhouse gases within Carbon dioxide and methane as greenhouse gases, so the explanation must stay tied to that curriculum context. The other options are incorrect because they either do not answer this learning objective, use a vague statement, or move away from Greenhouse gases.

Common mistake

Confusing Natural and Enhanced Greenhouse Effect

Students often confuse the natural greenhouse effect with enhanced global warming, thinking they are the same phenomenon.

To fix this, students should focus on understanding that the natural greenhouse effect is essential for maintaining Earth's temperature, while enhanced global warming refers to the additional warming caused by increased greenhouse gas concentrations due to human activities.

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