Suppose That Due to Global Climate Change, the Average Minimum

question 79

Multiple Choice

Suppose that due to global climate change, the average minimum air temperature during January increased by 4°C. What would be the likely effect on the northern range limit for birds such as the eastern phoebe?

• A) The limit would move farther north to the new ‒4°C isotherm.
• B) The limit would move farther north to the new 0°C isotherm.
• C) The limit would move farther north to the new 4°C isotherm.
• D) The limit would move farther south.

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