Which of the Following Is TRUE Regarding the Earth's Polar

question 105

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the earth's polar ice caps?

• A) By 2030, the polar ice could melt way completely during the summer months.
• B) Since 2007, there has been less polar ice melting than there was from 2000 to 2006.
• C) Experts now believe that polar ice melting will not be a problem for future generations.
• D) Polar ice melts cause the stabilization of global weather patterns.

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