Which of the following statements is incorrect?
A) Periglacial regions occupy about 30% of the Earth's land surface.
B) Periglacial environments occur at high latitudes and high elevations.
C) There are no permafrosts regions in Alaska due to its maritime subarctic climate.
D) Permafrost develops in areas where soil, sediment, or rock temperatures remain below 0°C (32°F) for at least two years.
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A) areas that
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