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Which factors are causes of short-term climate change?

A
an increase of hurricanes and volcanic eruptions
B
changes in wind and ocean currents
C
an increase of thunderstorms and rain
D
changes in daily wind shifts and snowfall
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Which human activity is correctly paired with the greenhouse gas that it increases?

A
landfilling and carbon dioxide
B
deforestation and methane
C
rice cultivation and water vapor
D
sewage treatment and nitrous oxide
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Freshwater can be renewed, but environmentalists consider it nonrenewable. Why is there a contradiction in classification?

A
Freshwater is recycled through the use of irrigation, bathing, and everyday use.
B
Freshwater evaporates and condenses, and then precipitation returns it to the lakes.
C
Freshwater is highly affected by global warming, and is quickly evaporating.
D
Freshwater is easily polluted or depleted before it can be replaced.

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