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Edexcel IGCSE Biology · Spec 4.12-4.15

Air Pollution and Global Warming

The causes and effects of air pollution, acid rain, and the greenhouse effect and global warming.

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Air Pollution and Global Warming

Spec 4.12-4.15

What you need to know

  • Describe pollution by sulfur dioxide and carbon monoxide
  • Name the greenhouse gases
  • Explain global warming and its effects

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Quick check

Answer each question before opening the answer.

Name two greenhouse gases and their effect.

Carbon dioxide and methane — they trap heat in the atmosphere, causing global warming.

State two consequences of global warming.

Any two of: climate change, rising sea levels, more extreme weather, loss of habitats and species.

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