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Unit 8: Global change
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What does it mean for climate change to be human-driven? In this unit, we'll explore the impacts that human activities have had on our atmosphere and oceans. We'll learn about processes such as ozone depletion, the greenhouse effect, and ocean acidification and examine their effects on Earth's biodiversity.
Ozone is like sunscreen for the planet: it keeps us from getting burned.
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- OzoneGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!
The greenhouse effect helps keep Earth warm, but we don't want things too warm.
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- Greenhouse effectGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!
How is the climate changing? How can we mitigate it or adapt to it?
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- Climate changeGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!
Why is H at the front of the HIPPCO?
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- Human impact on speciesGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!
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