Which of the following activities release greenhouse gases into Earth's Atmosphere?(1 point)

Responses

catching fish
catching fish

raising livestock
raising livestock

growing flowers
growing flowers

planting forests

1 answer

Among the activities listed, the ones that release greenhouse gases into Earth's atmosphere are:

  • Catching fish: While this activity itself may not directly release significant greenhouse gases, the processes associated with fishing (such as the operation of fishing boats and processing) can contribute to emissions.

  • Raising livestock: This is a major source of greenhouse gases, particularly methane and nitrous oxide, which are released during digestion, waste breakdown, and manure management.

  • Growing flowers: This activity typically has a lower direct impact on greenhouse gas emissions, but it can involve practices (like the use of fertilizers and transportation) that may result in some emissions.

  • Planting forests: This activity generally helps to sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere rather than release it, making it a positive action against greenhouse gas emissions.

In summary, raising livestock is the most significant source of greenhouse gases from the activities listed.