The Major Reason for the Collapse of the Aral Sea

question 28

Multiple Choice

The major reason for the collapse of the Aral Sea ecosystem was the

• A)invasion of the pine beetle as adjacent ecosystems collapsed.
• B)increased temperatures during this era of global warming.
• C)earthquake of 1964.
• D)diversion of water for irrigation purposes.

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