Question

Scientific research shows that our global climate is changing. Arctic sea ice is decreasing in both area and thickness. Which of the following best predicts an outcome of this global climate change in an arctic ecosystem?

a. Animals that rely on the sea ice for survival may become extinct as their habitat disappears.
b. Melting of sea ice will minimize the effects of global warming in the area as the ice absorbs heat.
c. Species that are intolerant to cold will migrate to the arctic ecosystem and survive.
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Answer 1

Animals that rely on the sea ice for survival may become extinct as their habitat disappears.

Answer 2

The correct answer to this question is a. Animals that rely on the sea ice for survival may become extinct as their habitat disappears. This best predicts an outcome of this global climate change in an arctic ecosystem. Thank you for posting your question. I hope that this answer helped you. Let me know if you need more help.