Some people disagree with the IPCC findings. What are the motivations of these people and how has this criticism strengthened the science?
What will be an ideal response?
Scientific knowledge advances through vigorous debate and pressure to improve evidence and models. Those opposed to the findings actually strengthen the scientific process by challenging the scientists involved to use the best data and models. Scientists, by nature, are cautious and do not want to make projections or release findings that are not solidly supported. As a result, they tend to underestimate the rate and effects of climate change. Some of the people that dispute the veracity of climate change science also have a financial interest in maintaining the status quo.
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Put the units of the geologic time scale in order from largest to smallest. (Note: In this situation, First refers to the largest time period and Fourth refers to the smallest times period.)
A) Eon B) Era C) Period D) Epoch 1) First (largest period) 2) Second 3) Third 4) Fourth (smallest period)
Which of the following describes a conditionally unstable atmosphere?
A. stable with respect to unsaturated air and unstable with respect to saturated air B. unstable with respect to unsaturated air and stable with respect to saturated air C. unstable with respect to unsaturated air and unstable with respect to saturated air D. stable with respect to unsaturated air and stable with respect to saturated air
Describe and explain the differences in temperature patterns between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres in January and July. What is the general pattern of isotherms? What are the extreme highs and lows in each hemisphere in January and July? Which hemisphere has the least amount of seasonal change?
What will be an ideal response?
Chemistry is extremely important in discussions of environmental problems.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)