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Q · AntarcticaMedium · 45s
Which is the main reason for concern about melting ice shelves in Antarctica?
TopicAntarctica
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Melting ice shelves remove barriers that hold back glaciers, accelerating sea level rise.
Final Answer: Option B — They indirectly contribute to sea level rise by allowing glaciers to flow faster into the ocean.