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9.2.4 The carbon footprint and its reduction

What does a greenhouse gas do in the atmosphere?

A

Most actions lower emissions rather than removing them completely.

B

Switch from fossil fuels to renewable or nuclear energy.

C

Low-carbon technologies and lifestyle changes cost money.

D

It absorbs infrared radiation from Earth and transfers energy to the surroundings, warming the atmosphere.

9.2.4 The carbon footprint and its reduction Flashcards

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Flashcards for AQA GCSE Chemistry 9.2.4 The carbon footprint and its reduction, covering the key terms, definitions and equations you need to recall for Paper 1 and Paper 2. 20 cards, matched to the AQA GCSE Chemistry (8462) specification. Recall questions account for roughly 40% of marks at GCSE Chemistry, so these target the marks you can secure before the paper starts.