Mitigation — Science definition
Reducing causes or drivers of a problem, such as greenhouse-gas emissions in a climate response.
Where it is taught
- Climate Evidence, Greenhouse Gases & Responses — Water, Air, Weather & Climate, Science 6: Matter, Energy & Earth Systems, Grade 6
Questions using mitigation
Problem 1
Which statement correctly uses mitigation in Climate Evidence, Greenhouse Gases & Responses?
- The atmosphere is a perfectly sealed roof that blocks all outgoing energy.
- mitigation: Reducing causes or drivers of a problem, such as greenhouse-gas emissions in a climate response.
- A classroom jar or one trend graph proves every cause and policy conclusion.
- One illustrative result establishes every real condition and needs no further evidence.
Answer and explanation
mitigation: Reducing causes or drivers of a problem, such as greenhouse-gas emissions in a climate response.
Reducing causes or drivers of a problem, such as greenhouse-gas emissions in a climate response. The shade plan addresses exposure adaptation but exceeds the five-token limit. The redesign fits the cost condition and targets energy use; any emissions benefit would depend on the energy source and other information. A 3 °C change and 20 energy units are different quantities and cannot be added as one score. The records are illustrative, not a tested policy or a required preference.