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rlane42

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on: Jul 13, 2018
Why do scientists study glaciers to better understand climate change? What do studies of glaciers contribute to our understanding of current climate trends?

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Soil undergoes chemical deterioration when its ___________________ _ are depleted causing its productivity to decrease.
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Reply #1 on: Jul 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Glaciers are sensitive to even short-term changes in climate so whether they advance, retreat, or remain stationary is important. Glaciers are retreating and in some cases have nearly or completely disappeared. This means that climate is warming.

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