Match the term or phrase with the best descriptor. Use each answer once, more than once, or not at all.
-IPCC
A)study of ancient rocks
B)methane and nitrous oxide
C)model of heat exchange for Earth and atmosphere
D)oil and natural gas
E)process that influences the temperature of Earth's surface and atmosphere
F)voluntary international accord to limit greenhouse gas emissions
G)UN Framework Convention on Climate Change
H)study of ancient climates
I)Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change

Question

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IPCC stands for Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.

Answer: B
 Methane and nitrous oxide are greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change.

Answer: C
 This describes the study of how heat is exchanged between the Earth and its atmosphere, which is important for understanding climate change.

Answer: D
 Oil and natural gas are fossil fuels that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change.

Answer: E
 This describes the process of climate change, which is the gradual warming of Earth's surface and atmosphere due to human activities.

Answer: F
 This is a voluntary international agreement among countries to limit greenhouse gas emissions.

Answer: G
 This is a United Nations agreement that aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address climate change.

Answer: H
 This is the study of Earth's ancient climate history, which can provide insights into current and future climate change.

Match the Term or Phrase with the Best Descriptor