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Geography class: Record carbon dioxide levels alarm scientists

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  • Climate change, ELSS

Click to view the article below and then answer the questions:

Climate graphic of the week: Record carbon dioxide levels alarm scientists

  • Describe the trend of the graph showing atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations

  • Outline the reason for the fluctuation in carbon dioxide levels throughout the year

  • Discuss the impact that rising temperatures are having on the planet’s ability to absorb carbon dioxide

Alasdair Monteith, Gordonstoun

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