1. Give two ways that deforestation contributes to global warming.
2. The chapter describes what are called A-1feedbacksA-1 to the global warming process. If the polar ice caps continue to melt what would this cause the global temperature to then drop, stay the same, or increase faster (negative, neutral, or positive feedback mechanisms). Give two reasons that explain your answer.
3. Explain the process of carbon sequestration describe how this can alleviate some of the effects of global warming caused by an increase in the carbon dioxide greenhouse gas.
4. Write a paragraph explaining what the Kyoto Protocol is, what its intentions were, and what is the status of the participation of the United States in its creation and implementation. Research online to give an up-to-date answer and cite your source.
5. List three countries that would benefit from climate change and three countries that would be devastated by climate change. Base your choices on Table 9.3 in the 5th edition (it is also in the Instructor 1s Resource Slides for this week). Be specific in the reasons for your choices.
6. Estimate how many miles you drive a year. Estimate your average miles per gallon. Assume your automobile emits 20 pounds of CO2 for each gallon of gasoline it burns. How much CO2 did your car put into the atmosphere last year?