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How Does Climate Change Impact Where We Live?

Did you know that climate change can impact where we live? Play this quiz to learn about how rural communities and cities will be affected!

4 out of 5 U.S. residents live in urban areas; this is important because:

Cities cannot compost so the food waste raises CO2 levels Car use is high because bicycles can’t be used in a city Highly developed cities create a "urban heat island effect" Light pollution blinds humans
Coastal cities are especially vulnerable to climate change because:

Erosion of their waterfronts threatens their residents Sea level rise will effect them directly All answer choices are accurate Storm surge threatens their community
One challenge cities face in relation to climate change is:

Dense housing slows air circulation causing "sizzle zones" The number of pets in cities emits additional heat The need for city street lights overheats the air The infrastructure in many cities is old & failing
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