Climate Conundrums

Worksheet Description

This worksheet addresses the complex interactions between natural resources and the Earth’s climate system. It explains how carbon dioxide (CO₂) and water are primary natural resources influencing climate change through their roles in the greenhouse effect and water cycle, respectively. The content delves into how the excess of CO₂ from human activities intensifies the greenhouse effect, leading to global warming and climate change. It also describes how deforestation, urbanization, and changes in land use affect the natural balance, contributing to more extreme weather patterns and natural disasters.

The worksheet is crafted to teach students about the fundamentals of climate change and its relationship with natural resources. It emphasizes the significance of CO₂ as a greenhouse gas and the role of forests, soils, and oceans as carbon sinks. Students learn about the repercussions of human activity on these natural carbon sinks and the resulting impact on climate. The goal is to instill a recognition of renewable energy sources and the importance of sustainable practices in mitigating climate change, underlining the need for thoughtful stewardship of the environment.