Getting Warmer Article

Question 1

What is happening to the temperature of Lake Superior?

Answer 1

are rising at a more rapid rate, than any other major lake.

Question 2

Over the past 30 years what has happened to Lake Superior’s temperature?

Answer 2

Has increased by just over 3 degrees Celsius

Question 3

What did Cline’s research on Lake Superior reveal about the ecosystem?

Answer 3

each species of fish has developed their optimal conditions, with water temperature being a significant factor.

The lake is warning up earlier in the year and cooling off later in the year.

Question 4

What are the reasons for Lake Superior’s change in temperature?

Answer 4

can be attributed to the amount of solar radiation due to its size.