Climate Change - Vocabulary Flashcards (Video Notes)

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms from the lecture notes on climate change, greenhouse effects, impacts, and Philippine policy responses.

Climate Change

The aggregate and general change in the climate of the regions; greatly amplified by human activities.

Greenhouse Effect

Natural warming of Earth’s surface that is intensified by human activities, leading to global warming.

Greenhouse Gases (GHGs)

Gases in the atmosphere that trap heat and contribute to warming, especially from burning fossil fuels.

Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

A greenhouse gas released from burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

Industrial Revolution

Historical period of rapid industrialization that led to a large increase in greenhouse gas emissions.

Global Warming

The increase in Earth’s average surface temperature from natural causes and human industrial activity.

Weather and Precipitation Pattern Changes

Alterations in weather and rainfall patterns due to climate change.

Changes in Ecosystems

Disruptions to plant and animal communities caused by shifting climate conditions.

Melting of Ice and Sea Level Rise

Melting ice due to warming, contributing to higher global sea levels.

Intensified Tropical Cyclones

Stronger tropical cyclones linked to warmer ocean temperatures.

Ecological Footprint

A measure of how much environmental resources are needed to support a particular lifestyle or business.

El Niño

A climate phenomenon that can alter weather patterns in the Philippines.

Malaria

A disease mentioned as a socio-economic impact linked to climate change.

Socio-Economic Impacts of Climate Change

Economic and social effects such as those related to El Niño and tropical diseases.

Republic Act 9729 – Climate Change Act of 2009

Philippine law creating the Climate Change Commission to oversee climate-change programs.

Climate Change Commission (CCC)

Government body established by RA 9729 to oversee and evaluate climate-change initiatives.