Which of the Following Is the Best Example of a Positive

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of a positive feedback effect?

• A)Melting ice exposes the dark surface of the ocean, which reflects less of the sun's energy than ice. This heats the water and in turn, melts more ice.
• B)Melting ice exposes the dark surface of the ocean, which reflects more of the sun's energy than ice. This heats the water and in turn, melts more ice.
• C)Melting ice allows ocean levels to rise and reduce the surface area of the remaining ice, slowing its melting rate.
• D)Aerosols block the sun's radiation, slowing the melting of ice.
• E)Aerosols cause air pollution, which increases local drought conditions.

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