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Global Change

Question 9 • SC332 Environmental Science B

How does an increase in the annual melt season in Antarctica have a global effect?

Answer
A
It causes an increase in heat related illness and death.
B
It causes the global concentration of carbon dioxide to decrease.
C
The water in the melting glaciers can cause sea levels to rise.
D
None of the above is true.

Explanation

When Antarctica’s melt season lasts longer, more ice melts and adds water to the oceans. This can raise global sea levels, which affects coastlines around the world. Therefore, the correct choice is “The water in the melting glaciers can cause sea levels to rise.”

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