Which of the Following Has Been Cited as a Positive

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which of the following has been cited as a positive feedback loop involving the thawing of permafrost?

• A)Thawing of permafrost will increase albedo,leading to more warming.
• B)Thawing of permafrost will release vast amounts of carbon to the atmosphere,accelerating warming.
• C)Thawing of permafrost will inhibit frost wedging action on large boulders,altering absorption ability.
• D)Thawing of permafrost will contribute to sea level rise,which will further reduce overall global albedo values.

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