ICM.06] Scientific research shows that our global climate is changing as a result of an increase in greenhouse gases. Arctic sea
ice is decreasing in both surface area and thickness. Which of the following statements best describes the consequence of decreasing Arctic sea ice?
The melting of sea ice will decrease the effects of global warming in the area as the ice absorbs heat
O seawater levels wil decrease making t difficult for marine animals to survive.
Animals that rely on the sea le for survival may become extinct as their habitat disappears.
The milder temperatures will allow for greater survival rates for native species
As a result of decreasing Arctic sea ice, animals that rely on the sea level for survival may become extinct as their habitat disappears.
The increase in the atmospheric greenhouse gases means that more radiant energy from the sun that could have escaped back into space is being absorbed, leading to an increase in the global temperature.
The increase in the global temperature means that more Arctic sea ice would be melting and decreasing in size. As the ice melts, the water moves into seas thereby causing a rise in their levels.
A rise in sea level means the disappearance of coastal habitats. Thus, a loss in biodiversity will occur as the habitats of plants and animals disappear as a result of the rise in sea levels.
Due to the fact that all the organisms are connected in a chain, the energy flow would be affected and that would result in many organisms being deprived of energy they need and that creates a chain effect.
