Which of the Following Is NOT a Water-Based Problem Facing

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a water-based problem facing Southeast Asia?

• A) melting glaciers
• B) saltwater intrusions into estuaries and fresh water aquifers
• C) coral reef bleaching
• D) high levels of waterborne diseases resulting from evaporation

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