Greenhouse Gases and Global Warming
6th GradeScience55 min
aligned to 6.ess2.3 And 6.ess2.6
Learning Objective
I can explain how greenhouse gases contribute to the greenhouse effect and global warming.
Lesson Flow
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Global warming is defined as a rise in Earth's temperature that lasts for a decade or longer.
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Greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide trap heat in the atmosphere.
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Burning fossil fuels for industry and transportation is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to 70-80% of total emissions.
Practice
12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Explain how greenhouse gases in the atmosphere cause Earth's temperature to rise, using information from the video.”
Teacher Guide
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