Climate Change / Extreme Weather Crossword Puzzle

QUESTIONS LIST:

• climate change : long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns on earth.
• greenhouse effect : the process by which gases trap heat in the earth’s atmosphere, warming the planet.
• tornado : a violent, rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground.
• adaptation : how people or nature adjust to changes in climate or environment.
• storms : severe weather events like heavy rain, wind, thunder, or lightning.
• typhoons : tropical storms with strong winds, mainly in the pacific ocean.
• extreme weather : unusual or severe weather events, such as floods, heatwaves, or hurricanes.
• drought : a long period with little or no rainfall causing water shortages.
• flood : when water covers land that is usually dry, often from heavy rain or storms.
• renewable energy : energy from sources that won’t run out, like wind, sun, or water.
• carbon footprint : the total amount of greenhouse gases a person or activity produces.
• atmosphere : the layer of gases surrounding the earth.
• human activity : actions by people that can affect the environment and climate.
• fossil fuels : fuels like coal, oil, and gas formed from ancient plants and animals, used for energy.
• global warming : the increase in earth’s average temperature caused by greenhouse gases.