Question

which environmental risks can be caused by changes in climate?
select all that apply.
□ auto emissions that result in air pollution
□ shifts in rainfall that lead to water shortages
□ rising sea levels that contaminate drinking water
□ pesticide runoff that pollutes lakes

Explanation:

• Auto emissions are a human-caused source of air pollution, not a result of climate change.
• Climate change alters global precipitation patterns, which can create regions with reduced rainfall and water shortages.
• Rising global temperatures melt ice sheets and expand ocean water, raising sea levels; this can cause saltwater to infiltrate freshwater supplies, contaminating drinking water.
• Pesticide runoff is an agricultural pollution issue, not a direct outcome of climate change.

Answer:

B. shifts in rainfall that lead to water shortages
C. rising sea levels that contaminate drinking water