What Does the Gradual Increase in the Average Surface Temperature

question 12

Multiple Choice

What does the gradual increase in the average surface temperature of the earth reflect?

• A)population growth
• B)increased CO₂ levels
• C)the decline of biodiversity
• D)increased urbanization

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