Which of the following is an adaptation to living in periglacial regions?
A)buildings placed directly on frozen,hard surfaces
B)water and sewage lines in elevated trays above the ground
C)heated oil pipelines buried in the frozen ground
D)careful maintenance of rail tracks and roadbeds in the winter.
E)solar panels for power in cold winter months.

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Water and sewage lines must be placed in elevated trays to prevent freezing and damage from the shifting of the ground. This is a common adaptation in periglacial regions such as the Arctic. The other options may be adaptations to cold climates in general but do not specifically address the challenges of periglacial regions.

Which of the Following Is an Adaptation to Living in Periglacial