Question

the urban heat island effect can cause increased greenhouse gas emissions and warmer storm water runoff. what else can the urban heat island effect cause? decreased precipitation increased energy use

Explanation:

The urban heat island effect (UHI) occurs when urban areas are warmer than surrounding rural areas. To determine the correct option, we analyze each choice:

1. Decreased precipitation: UHI typically increases convection and can lead to more (not less) precipitation in urban areas due to the warmer air rising and condensing. So this is incorrect.
2. Increased energy use: Warmer urban temperatures lead to more demand for cooling (e.g., air conditioners), which increases energy consumption for cooling systems. This aligns with UHI impacts.

Answer:

B. Increased energy use