Why Is the Thawing of Permafrost in the Arctic of Special

question 38

Multiple Choice

Why is the thawing of permafrost in the Arctic of special concern?

• A)Thawing permafrost will lead to increased solifluction.
• B)Most permafrost is in the Southern Hemisphere where the thawing is contributing to a decline in global biodiversity.
• C)Wet peatland forests will be further drained and logged as the conditions are conducive for such activity.
• D)Permafrost thawing releases massive amounts of methane into the atmosphere,which could further amplify warming.
• E)As permafrost thaws,it will contribute to global sea level rise.

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