What Do Scientists Predict Will Occur If the Polar Ice

question 97

Multiple Choice

What do scientists predict will occur if the polar ice caps continue to melt at the current rate?

• A) It will become economically feasible to extract the rich mineral resources available in Canada's north.
• B) More water will enter the oceans and threaten heavily populated coastal countries with devastating floods.
• C) The current water shortage being experienced around the world will be resolved.
• D) Polar bears will have year-around access to their food.

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