Using the Earth's Resources: Potable Water Sources 💧 GCSE Chemistry Learning & Revision
This episode outlines various origins of drinkable water. We identify fresh water as the simplest source to purify, requiring only filtering and sterilization. In contrast, seawater desalination is presented as the most energy-intensive and costly method. Finally, the text notes that wastewater treatment is a multi-stage process that demands less energy than making seawater potable.Don't miss out on subscribing for more educational content tailored to help you succeed in your exams. Perfect for AQA, OCR, Edexcel, CIE and WJEC exam boards.Click here to see all of our GCSE Chemistry content!
This episode outlines several significant obstacles hindering the reduction of global carbon footprints. We identify disagreements among scientists regarding climate change as a scientific barrier. Economic concerns, particularly the potential impact on development, are highlighted as a major impediment for governments. Political disagreements and the resulting uncertainty about international cooperation further complicate the issue. Finally, social resistance to lifestyle changes and a lack of public education are presented as additional challenges.Don't miss out on subscribing for more educational content tailored to help you succeed in your exams. Perfect for AQA, OCR, Edexcel, CIE and WJEC exam boards.Click here to see all of our GCSE Chemistry content!
In this episode, we discuss carbon footprint, which refers to the total greenhouse gases emitted by an activity or product. Individuals can decrease their footprint by improving energy efficiency, reducing waste, and using renewable energy. Governments can implement emission taxes, caps, and tradable licenses to curb corporate emissions. Carbon capture and storage involves trapping and storing carbon dioxide, while carbon offsetting, like planting trees, counteracts emissions. Finally, carbon-neutral products do not increase atmospheric carbon dioxide levels.Don't miss out on subscribing for more educational content tailored to help you succeed in your exams. Perfect for AQA, OCR, Edexcel, CIE and WJEC exam boards.Click here to see all of our GCSE Chemistry content!
In this episode, we look at climate change based on the earth's atmosphere.Rising global average temperatures are identified as a primary driver of global climate change. This warming trend is anticipated to trigger significant and varied consequences. Notable among these is the melting of polar ice, which would elevate sea levels and endanger certain animal populations. Furthermore, the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events like storms, heat waves, and droughts are projected to increase. Shifts in precipitation patterns and water availability are also expected, potentially leading to food shortages in vulnerable regions.Don't miss out on subscribing for more educational content tailored to help you succeed in your exams. Perfect for AQA, OCR, Edexcel, CIE and WJEC exam boards.Click here to see all of our GCSE Chemistry content!
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The Earth's Atmosphere: The Earth's Early Atmosphere 🌋 GCSE Chemistry Learning & Revision
In this episode, we discuss the Earth's early atmosphere. Scientists generally agree that Earth's initial atmosphere, following its formation approximately 4.6 billion years ago, was heavily influenced by widespread and active volcanism. These eruptions released significant quantities of carbon dioxide, along with lesser amounts of other gases like water vapour and methane, leading to a carbon dioxide-rich atmosphere akin to present-day Mars. As the planet cooled, water vapour condensed to form oceans, which subsequently absorbed much of the atmospheric carbon dioxide through reactions that created carbonate sediments. Over time, nitrogen levels in the atmosphere gradually increased, contributing to the evolution of Earth's air composition.Don't miss out on subscribing for more educational content tailored to help you succeed in your exams. Perfect for AQA, OCR, Edexcel, CIE and WJEC exam boards.Click here to see all of our GCSE Chemistry content!
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