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Which of the following describes an orbital change?

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Topic

Section A: The challenge of natural hazards

Question

A. Changes in the Earth's tilt and orbit around the sun
B. Increased solar output from the sun
C. Eruptions from volcanoes releasing CO2
D. Deforestation leading to increased carbon levels

Answer

The correct answer is Changes in the Earth's tilt and orbit around the sun.

Explanation

The correct option is Changes in the Earth's tilt and orbit around the sun. Changes in the Earth's tilt and orbit around the sun is correct because it directly matches the approved learning objective to explain natural causes of climate change, including orbital changes, volcanic activity and solar output. This belongs to Climate change within Section A: The challenge of natural hazards, so the answer must stay focused on the geographical process, evidence, place, or impact named by the curriculum. The other options are weaker because they move away from Climate change, reverse the geographical relationship, or make a broader claim than the objective supports.

Common mistake

Confusing Natural and Human Causes

Students often confuse natural causes of climate change, such as volcanic activity, with human activities like fossil fuel use.

Focus on distinguishing between natural processes, like volcanic eruptions and changes in solar output, and human-induced factors, such as deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions.

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