Climate Companion Quiz October 20th Answers Revealed! 'Is Korea's Temperature Rise Rate Faster Than the Global Average?' (OX Quiz & In-depth Analysis)
The increasingly distinct extreme weather phenomena make the severity of climate change deeply felt these days. It's time for the 'Climate Companion Quiz,' reminding us how crucial even small actions are for our planet! On Monday, October 20th, 2025, today's quiz poses an important question about Korea's temperature increase rate. Where does our country stand in the speed of climate change? Let's find out together through today's OX quiz question, answer, and in-depth explanation! 🌍
1. 🌡️ October 20th Climate Companion Quiz Question and Answer
Today's Climate Companion Quiz is an OX question.
Q. Korea's temperature increase rate is slower than the global average.
Answer: X (False)
2. 🚨 Answer Explanation: Korea's Temperature Increase Rate is 'Much Faster' Than the Global Average
The proposition 'Korea's temperature increase rate is slower than the global average' is incorrect. According to domestic and international meteorological observations and research, due to its geographical characteristics, South Korea is experiencing warming much faster than the global average.
- Warning from Official Reports: Official documents such as the 'Korea Climate Change Assessment Report' jointly published by the Ministry of Environment and the Korea Meteorological Administration clearly support this fact.
- Severity in Numbers:
- Over the Past 100+ Years (e.g., from 1912 to recently): South Korea's average annual temperature increase rate has been analyzed to be approximately 2 to 3 times faster than the global average temperature increase rate.
- Specific Comparison: While the global average temperature increase rate is around 0.1°C per decade, the average temperature increase rate at 6 major points in South Korea has been shown to exceed approximately 0.2°C per decade.
- Sea Surface Temperature: Surface water temperature (ocean surface temperature) also rose significantly during the same period. Over the last 50 years, the water temperature around the Korean Peninsula has increased by 1.23°C, which is about 2.6 times the global average increase (0.48°C). This means that the Korean Peninsula is a region where not only the land but also the sea is rapidly warming.
3. Why is the Korean Peninsula Warming Faster?
- Geographical Characteristics: The Korean Peninsula is influenced by both continental and oceanic factors, making it more sensitive to climate change.
- Urbanization and Industrialization: High greenhouse gas emissions and the 'urban heat island effect' prevent temperatures from easily dropping.
- Changes in Air Circulation: The weakening of cold air flow due to Arctic warming, leading to frequent influx of warm air into the Korean Peninsula, is also one of the causes.
4. Consequences of Temperature Rise: More Than Just Heat
A rapid temperature rise not only means higher temperatures but also brings severe extreme weather phenomena:
- Increased Heatwave Days and Spread of Tropical Nights
- Frequent Occurrence of Extreme Weather Events such as Heavy Rains and Droughts
- Intensification of Irregularity in Seasonal Changes
- Damage to Crops and Changes in Ecosystems
- Migration of Marine Organisms, Decrease in Fish Catches, etc.
5. The Importance of 'Climate Companionship': A Time for All of Us to Act
Through this quiz, we must once again realize that South Korea is facing a much more severe climate crisis than we might think. Climate change is a phenomenon happening on Earth right now, but if we all act together, we can slow its pace.
- Efforts to Reduce Greenhouse Gases: It is urgent to strengthen greenhouse gas reduction efforts not only globally but also at national and individual levels.
- Action for the Planet: We encourage everyone to practice one action for the Earth today (e.g., using public transportation, saving energy, diligent recycling).
'Climate Crisis' Realized Through the Climate Companion Quiz: Small Actions Create Big Changes!
The answer to the October 20th Climate Companion Quiz was 'X (False).' We hope this quiz has served as an opportunity to once again realize the reality of the climate crisis facing South Korea and to reaffirm the importance of 'climate companionship,' in which we all participate in responding to climate change. Beyond the points gained through the quiz, recognizing the importance of environmental protection and starting small actions in daily life is the true beginning of climate action. Look forward to tomorrow's Climate Companion Quiz! 🌱
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