the effect of some gases in the atmosphere that keep Earth’s surface warmer than it would be without them

the layer of gases that surrounds a planet

gases in the atmosphere that keep it warmer than it would be without them

releases of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere

The greenhouse effect

Science

In the Climate change and greenhouse gases unit, they will build on this knowledge to learn about greenhouse gas emissions from transport and industry, and the use of renewable energy resources and changes to transport infrastructure that could reduce emissions.

In primary science, pupils learnt about our climate and the factors affecting it.  The emphasis was on using data, taking precise measurements, recording data, and presenting findings.

This unit introduces the greenhouse effect, global warming and the impact of climate change on weather events. It explores some actions that can be taken to use resources, and to live, in a sustainable way.

Climate change and living sustainably

other gases, including methane and water vapour

The pie chart shows the proportions of gases in the atmosphere.
Match the colour of the section of the pie chart with the atmospheric gas it represents.

makes the Earth warmer than it would be otherwise

Match the part of the greenhouse effect with its process.

Burning natural gas to produce electricity

Which of these human activities release greenhouse gases into the atmosphere?

Increases the thickness of the atmosphere.

Which of these options best describes the effects of releasing more greenhouse gases into the atmosphere?

Use renewable energy to provide heat and electricity.

Use the graph which shows annual world greenhouse gas emissions by sector.
In order of impact from highest to lowest, rank the changes we could make to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Which of the following items are usually powered by gas in a home?

It releases heat and transfers energy when burnt.

Starting with the most environmentally friendly method, sort these ways of travelling to school into rank.

Where does most energy on Earth come from originally?

If a room gets too hot, which of these ways of cooling it down would be cheapest and most environmentally friendly?

There would be the same amount of life on Earth.

If the Earth were much colder than it is, which of these are most likely?

Starter Quiz