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This AP Environmental Science study guide covers climate vs. weather, the greenhouse effect and key greenhouse gases (CO2, CH4, N2O, H2O, CFCs), the role of the IPCC, and the environmental impacts of climate change (rising sea levels, spread of disease, ocean acidification, extreme weather, and biodiversity loss). It also examines sources of greenhouse gases (natural and human) and provides practice questions and exam tips.
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Question 1 of 10
What is the primary difference between climate and weather? ☀️🌧️
Climate refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while weather refers to long-term patterns
Climate is the daily temperature, while weather is the average temperature over many years
Climate describes long-term atmospheric patterns, and weather describes short-term conditions
Climate and weather are interchangeable terms describing atmospheric conditions