General Knowledge Trivia questions and answers

General Knowledge Trivia Questions and Answers

Our general knowledge trivia questions and answers are a fun way to learn some random facts about geography, history, politics, sports, science, technology, music, food, wild life, entertainment, cultures or just about anything.

Put on your thinking cap and test how much you really know about the world around you. Have fun!

681.

What is the effect of melting Arctic ice on global warming?

A.

Decreases global warming

B.

No impact on global warming

C.

Accelerates global warming

D.

Slows down global warming

E.

Reverses global warming

Correct answer is C

Melting Arctic ice reduces the reflective surface of the Earth, causing more heat absorption and accelerating global warming.

682.

What is the main goal of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)?

A.

To eliminate all carbon emissions

B.

To stabilize greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere

C.

To ban the use of fossil fuels

D.

To regulate renewable energy production

E.

To promote electric vehicles

Correct answer is B

The UNFCCC aims to stabilize greenhouse gas concentrations at levels that prevent dangerous interference with the climate system.

683.

What is the primary benefit of planting trees to combat climate change?

A.

Reducing soil erosion

B.

Capturing and storing carbon dioxide

C.

Increasing rainfall

D.

Reducing ozone depletion

E.

Cooling local climates

Correct answer is B

Planting trees captures and stores carbon dioxide, reducing its concentration in the atmosphere.

684.

Which phenomenon is caused by the trapping of heat in the atmosphere?

A.

Ocean acidification

B.

Greenhouse effect

C.

Ozone depletion

D.

Climate migration

E.

Soil erosion

Correct answer is B

The greenhouse effect is caused by the trapping of heat in the atmosphere by greenhouse gases.

685.

What is the term for replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy sources?

A.

Decarbonization

B.

Carbon offsetting

C.

Climate mitigation

D.

Greenwashing

E.

Carbon sequestration

Correct answer is A

Decarbonization refers to the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources.