Which of the Following Examples Best Describes How Geoengineering May

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples best describes how geoengineering may help mitigate global climate change?

• A) Developing ways to reflect portions of solar energy before they reach the earth, preventing it from contributing to the greenhouse effect
• B) Genetically engineering plants to decrease their uptake of carbon dioxide, helping to allow carbon dioxide to be sequestered in the atmosphere
• C) Genetically engineering plants to require more water for photosynthesis to occur
• D) Developing ways to create carbon sources out of the soil and ocean so that carbon is cycled more rapidly

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Definitions:

Homophily

The tendency for individuals to associate and bond with similar others, often summarized as "like attracts like."

Structured Compatibility

The degree to which systems, processes, or entities are designed to match or work together in a harmonious manner.

Aronson

A social psychologist known for his work on social influence, the theory of cognitive dissonance, and the Jigsaw Classroom as a method to reduce racial prejudice.

Initiation

The process or ceremony that marks the acceptance of an individual into a group or society, often involving specific rituals or tasks.