In addition to natural drought cycles,what could cause as much as 45% of Earth's land surface to experience extreme droughts?
A) lack of rainfall
B) insufficient water for some urban areas
C) climate change
D) pollution of rivers,lakes,and groundwater
E) freshwater scarcity stress

Question

In addition to natural drought cycles,what could cause as much as 45% of Earth's land surface to experience extreme droughts?​
A) ​lack of rainfall
B) ​insufficient water for some urban areas
C) ​climate change
D) ​pollution of rivers,lakes,and groundwater
E) freshwater scarcity stress​

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Climate change can disrupt weather patterns and increase temperatures, which can cause more frequent and severe droughts. This can lead to a decrease in soil moisture and water availability, resulting in extended periods of extreme drought in many regions of the world.

In Addition to Natural Drought Cycles,what Could Cause as Much