In What Way Is the Current Episode of Climate Change

question 9

Multiple Choice

In what way is the current episode of climate change different from previous episodes?

• A) It is being caused by a single species.
• B) It involves increases in atmospheric oxygen.
• C) It involves increases in atmospheric carbon dioxide.
• D) It is occurring more slowly than previous climate changes.
• E) It is causing changes that are toxic or damaging to many species.

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Definitions:

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

A medical imaging technique used in radiology to form pictures of the anatomy and the physiological processes of the body in both health and disease.

Polygraph Test

A test that seeks to determine whether the test taker is telling the truth by measuring physiological responses such as respiration level, perspiration level, and heart rate. Also known as a lie detector test.

Physiological Variables

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Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per unit of time, typically expressed in beats per minute (bpm).