Question detail
Which of the following describes an environmental effect of climate change?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Section A: The challenge of natural hazards
Question
- A. Expansion of deserts
- B. Decrease in ocean acidity
- C. Increase in forest cover
- D. Stabilization of ecosystems
Answer
The correct answer is Expansion of deserts.
Explanation
The correct option is Expansion of deserts. Expansion of deserts is correct because it directly matches the approved learning objective to describe effects of climate change on people and the environment. This belongs to Climate change within Section A: The challenge of natural hazards, so the answer must stay focused on the geographical process, evidence, place, or impact named by the curriculum. The other options are weaker because they move away from Climate change, reverse the geographical relationship, or make a broader claim than the objective supports.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Climate Change Effects
Students often confuse the effects of climate change on the environment with its effects on people, failing to distinguish between ecological impacts and social consequences.
To fix this, students should create separate lists for environmental effects (like habitat loss and species extinction) and human effects (such as health risks and economic impacts) to clarify their understanding.
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