Question

Which of the following statements describe Tundra summers?

• A. Strong cold winds blow and there is snowfall.
• B. For almost three months from May to July, the sun never sets.
• C. The whole region becomes dark, deserted and desolate.
• D. Due to the relatively warm weather, some of the ice melts.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (D)

The correct options are
B For almost three months from May to July, the sun never sets.
D Due to the relatively warm weather, some of the ice melts.

The summer in the Tundra sees higher temperatures than the winters, but is still cold. There is a melting of the frost and frozen water bodies. There is a growth of new vegetation. Sunlight is slowly received by this region where during May, June, and July the sun does not set.