Question

Q. Which of the following are considered as reasons for the Arctic Amplification?

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

• A. 1 and 3 only
• B. 2, 3 and 4 only
• C. 1 and 2 only
• D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer 1

The correct option is B 2, 3 and 4 only

Explanation:

Over the past 30 years, the Arctic has warmed at roughly twice the rate as the entire globe; this phenomenon is known as Arctic amplification. Reasons for Arctic Amplification:

1. Change in Albedo. 2. Changing weather (Jet stream) 3. Changing Ocean currents.