Some Studies Suggest That, as Global Warming Progresses, Tropical Lowland

question 15

Multiple Choice

Some studies suggest that, as global warming progresses, tropical lowland trees may be limited in their ability to move northward because of ____.

• A) predicted desertification of temperate areas
• B) temperatures in the north still being too low
• C) flooding of coastal areas
• D) extreme weather events like hurricanes and blizzards
• E) development and habitat loss

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