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How does global warming alter the albedo of the Arctic? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)
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Melting glaciers to reveal darker soil.
Melting sea ice to reveal darker water.
Changing migration patterns for sea life.
Replacing tundra with more rapid growth.
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The two correct answers are:
1. Melting glaciers to reveal darker soil.
2. Melting sea ice to reveal darker water.
When the glaciers in the Arctic melt due to global warming, they reveal darker soil underneath. This darker soil has a lower albedo, meaning it absorbs more sunlight and increases the temperature further. Similarly, as the sea ice melts, it reveals darker water underneath, which also has a lower albedo than the ice. This leads to further warming of the Arctic region.