Environment and climate change (Medium) Quiz Home › IELTS › IELTS English Vocabulary › Environment and climate change (Medium) 📝 IELTS – English Vocabulary – Environment and climate change – Medium 20 questions · 15 min timer · Explanations included · Free 1. Which term describes the trapping of the sun's warmth in the planet's lower atmosphere? Greenhouse effect Photosynthesis Albedo effect Solar radiation None Show Hint The greenhouse effect is the process by which the Earth's atmosphere traps the sun's warmth. Solar radiation is the energy from the sun, the albedo effect refers to the reflectivity of surfaces, and photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert light into energy. 2. Which process involves the removal of trees from a forested area? Afforestation Deforestation Desertification Reforestation None Show Hint Deforestation is the process of removing trees from a forested area. Afforestation and reforestation involve planting trees, while desertification refers to land degradation in arid areas. Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Loading questions... Click Submit to see your final score! Previous Start Quiz Next Time's up
