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What is one major risk associated with climate change as mentioned in the text?

1

Increased biodiversity

2

Complete melting of the Arctic ice

3

Melting of the West Antarctic ice sheet

4

Expansion of polar habitats

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Answer

C. Melting of the West Antarctic ice sheet

Solution:

The correct answer is 'Melting of the West Antarctic ice sheet.' The text discusses the risks posed by rising global temperatures, particularly in terms of ice loss in Antarctica.

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