Which of the following is evidence of recent changes in polar regions?
A) decrease in Arctic sea-ice volume
B) ice sheet darkening
C) increase in meltponds
D) the breakup of ice shelves
E) decrease in sea ice volume, ice sheet darkening, increased meltponds, and ice shelves calving are all evidence of recent changes in polar regions

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Each of these changes has been observed and documented in recent years through satellite imagery and other methods of monitoring polar regions. These changes are consistent with the effects of global climate change, which is causing temperatures to rise more quickly in these regions than in others parts of the world. The combination of these changes suggests a significant and ongoing shift in the polar regions.

Which of the Following Is Evidence of Recent Changes in Polar