Changes in the Earth's Orbital Configuration May Lead to Warming

question 23

Multiple Choice

Changes in the Earth's orbital configuration may lead to warming temperatures. These warming temperatures, in turn, may lead to the release of both CO₂ and CH₄. Increases in these gases may further warm the planet. This is an example of a

• A) positive feedback loop.
• B) negative feedback loop.
• C) neither a positive or negative feedback loop.

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