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Natural vs Enhanced Greenhouse Effect

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This comparison covers Natural vs Enhanced Greenhouse Effect within Greenhouse Effect for GCSE Chemistry. Revise Greenhouse Effect in Atmosphere for GCSE Chemistry with 25 exam-style questions and 12 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should still be part of a steady revision cycle. It is section 7 of 14 in this topic. Use this comparison to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.

Topic position

Section 7 of 14

Practice

25 questions

Recall

12 flashcards

⚖️ Natural vs Enhanced Greenhouse Effect

AspectNatural Greenhouse EffectEnhanced Greenhouse Effect
CauseNatural concentration of greenhouse gasesHuman activities increasing gas concentrations
EffectEarth +15°C (supports life)Additional warming above natural level
CO₂ level~280 ppm (pre-industrial)420+ ppm (2024)
OutcomeEssential for life on EarthCausing climate change, sea level rise
TimescaleBillions of yearsRapid — mainly last 200 years

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Practice Questions for Greenhouse Effect

Which of these gases is NOT a greenhouse gas?

  • A. Nitrogen
  • B. Carbon dioxide
  • C. Water vapour
  • D. Methane
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Explain why the natural greenhouse effect is important for life on Earth.

2 marksstandard

Quick Recall Flashcards

What type of radiation does Earth emit?
Long-wave infrared radiation (heat)
What are the three main greenhouse gases?
Carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), and water vapour (H₂O)

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