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Set B: CCS impressionTable 12: Regression analysis on understanding score of CCSDependent: KS_CCS Question statementCategory Variables std. coefValue andbeliefsConvincedGWRenewableFossilFuelRiskDoForGWMoreTax -0.052**LighterNaturallyI am convinced that climate change (global warming) ishappening.We should promote the use of renewable energy as soon aspossible.I am worried about fossil fuels running out.It is important for our society to accept some risks related tonew technologies.Something should be done about climate change (globalwarming) now.I refuse to pay more tax to address climate change (globalwarming).CO 2 is lighter than air.CO 2 occurs naturally.CO 2 propertyFlammable -0.109 ** CO 2 is flammable.SolubleCO 2 is soluble in water.AirContain The air around us contains CO 2.EasyBD -0.035 * It is easy to break down CO 2.PlantNeedPlants and trees need CO 2 to grow.Climate 0.049 * CO 2 influences the climate.CO 2understandingOzone -0.085 ** CO 2 harms the ozone layer.CO -0.100 ** CO 2 has the same effect on humans as CO (carbon monoxide).Toxic 0.047 * CO 2 in high concentrations is toxic for the human body.Soot -0.113 **PowerPlant 0.118 **CO 2 affects human health in the same way as air pollutionsubstances such as soot.CO 2 is released during electricity production from power plantsusing natural gas or coal.Human The human body creates CO 2.CO 2 sourcePlantAbsorb 0.050 ** CO 2 is absorbed by plants and trees.OceanDifferentSubstanceCola-0.093 **CO 2 is absorbed by oceans.Naturally occurring CO 2 has a different chemical structure toindustrially occurring CO 2.CO 2 is used to make drinks fizzy e.g. cola and soda.CO 2 usesGreenhouseExtra CO 2 is put into the air in some greenhouses to help plantsgrow.FireExtinguisher 0.052 ** CO 2 is used in some fire extinguishers.Tyre -0.048 ** CO 2 is used to make tyres.74 | Understanding how individuals perceive carbon dioxide
InputIndCO 2 emissions from industry are much higher than CO 2 inputsinto industry.InfoAInfoChemistryInfoProperty 0.079 **InfoGHeffectCarbon dioxide (CO 2) consists of one carbon atom and twooxygen atoms bound together. It is mainly produced by burningcarbon-containing fuels.Properties:•Colourless•Odourless•Heavier than air, therefore accumulates in low lying areas•Non-flammable•Non-explosive at normal pressure•Water-solubleCauses 'greenhouse effect' in atmosphere. Greenhouse gasesin our atmosphere make sure the sun's warmth on earth doesnot immediately escape out to space. This 'greenhouse effect'provides a habitable climate for plants, animals and humans.The toxicity of CO 2 depends on its concentration in theatmosphere. Please read the following table which listsindicative physical effects of increasing CO 2 concentrations.Concentration of CO 2 (%)Time ofexposure toonset(minutes)SymptomsExampleofconcentration0.04% Prolonged None AtmosphericconcentrationProvidedInfoA0.1% Prolonged None Concentration insome hotspringsInfoToxicity1% Prolonged Drowsiness Concentration in aclosedroom fullof people2-6% 5-30 Heavier orfasterbreathingHeadache,dizziness,chills anddecrease insensationBreathfromhumans(100timesatmosphericconcentration)6-10% 5-60 Dim vision,tremorsand loss ofconsciousness (risk ofdeath)InfoPlaceInfoUsePlaces where CO 2 exists•Atmosphere•Breath from humans•Forests•Oceans•Underground in oil and gas fields and magma chambers fromvolcanoesUses of CO 2•CO 2 is used to make drinks fizzy e.g. cola and sodaUnderstanding how individuals perceive carbon dioxide | 75
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Executive summaryCarbon dioxide cap
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1 IntroductionClimate change has of
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