GEOLOGY

EARTH SCIENCE

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following will be an positive effect of global warming
A
droughts and forest fires
B
increase in heat stroke
C
long growing season for some plants
D
the spread of diseases
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Scope of more plant growth and milder climates in some frozen regions of the earth such as Siberia, Antarctic, and the Arctic. Fewer injuries or decreased death rate as a result of arctic conditions. The next ice age can be possibly prevented.

Detailed explanation-2: -Unfortunately, the changing climate increases stressors that weaken plant resilience, disrupting forest structure and ecosystem services. Rising temperatures lead to more frequent droughts, wildfires, and invasive pest outbreaks, leading to the loss of plant species.

Detailed explanation-3: -More carbon dioxide in the air makes the plant more efficient at absorbing the gas, and consequently it loses less water during the process, which is better for the plant’s growth. With sufficient water and other nutrients, crop yields can increase significantly.

Detailed explanation-4: -Scientists have predicted that long-term effects of climate change will include a decrease in sea ice and an increase in permafrost thawing, an increase in heat waves and heavy precipitation, and decreased water resources in semi-arid regions.

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