Which of the following is correct relative to the active layer in a permafrost region?
A)the active layer has a remarkably consistent thickness,in spite of latitudinal variation in occurrence.
B)the active layer is usually thinner toward the pole and thicker at lower latitudes.
C)the active layer is most active during winter months.
D)lower temperatures decrease the thickness of the active layer.
E)the active layer is about 90 percent water.

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The active layer in a permafrost region is usually thinner toward the pole and thicker at lower latitudes. This is because temperature decreases from the equator to the poles, and as a result, the depth of the active layer also varies.

Which of the Following Is Correct Relative to the Active