Which of the Following About the Earth's Polar Ice Caps

question 77

Multiple Choice

Which of the following about the earth's polar ice caps is TRUE?

• A)By 2030,the polar ice could melt away completely during the summer months.
• B)Since 2007,there has been less polar ice melting than there was from 2000 to 2006.
• C)Experts now believe that polar ice melting will not be a problem for future generations.
• D)Polar ice melts help to stabilize global weather patterns.

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