Unveiling the Impact of Greenhouse Gases

Unveiling the Impact of Greenhouse Gases

Learning Objective

Understand the greenhouse effect and the impact of greenhouse gases on the environment.

What do you already know about greenhouse gases and their impact on the environment?

What are Greenhouse Gases?

Greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere.

Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

CO2 is released through human activities like burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes.

Methane (CH4)

Methane is produced by livestock, rice paddies, and natural gas operations.

Effects on Climate Change

Greenhouse gases contribute to global warming, leading to rising temperatures, extreme weather, and sea level rise.

Impact on Ecosystems

Increased greenhouse gases can disrupt ecosystems, affecting wildlife, agriculture, and water resources.

Mitigation Strategies

Mitigation involves reducing greenhouse gas emissions through renewable energy, afforestation, and sustainable practices.

Conclusion

Understanding the impact of greenhouse gases is crucial for addressing climate change and preserving the environment.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.