CO₂ and Temperature: Key Data
Part of Climate Change · GCSE GCSE Chemistry revision
This key facts covers CO₂ and Temperature: Key Data within Climate Change for GCSE Chemistry. Revise Climate Change in Atmosphere for GCSE Chemistry with 20 exam-style questions and 15 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should still be part of a steady revision cycle. It is section 9 of 17 in this topic. Use this key facts to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
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Section 9 of 17
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20 questions
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📋 CO₂ and Temperature: Key Data
| Year | CO₂ (ppm) | Temperature Change |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-industrial (1750) | 280 | Baseline (0°C) |
| 1950 | 310 | +0.5°C |
| 2000 | 370 | +0.8°C |
| 2023 | 420+ | +1.1°C |
Key point: This correlation reflects a causal mechanism — the enhanced greenhouse effect is well understood through physics, not just statistical correlation.
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