10 Questions
Which region has been experiencing warming at a rate twice as fast as the global average?
Arctic region
What is one of the factors contributing to the accelerated Arctic warming?
Melting Arctic sea ice and snow cover
What is the phenomenon known as Arctic amplification?
The greater trends and variability in the Arctic ecosystem
When is Arctic amplification strongest?
Autumn and winter
What is the polar vortex?
A wide expanse of fast-swirling cold air in the stratosphere
Which region has lost three-quarters of its sea ice in less than four decades?
Arctic
What happens when the ice in the Arctic melts?
It absorbs solar energy
Which region is experiencing warming at a rate twice as fast as the global average?
Arctic
What is the main cause of the ice melting in the Arctic?
Solar energy absorption
What is the impact of the Arctic warming on other regions?
It causes extreme weather
Test your knowledge on Arctic amplification and its impacts on the region's ecosystem. Discover the causes, effects, and trends of this phenomenon through this informative quiz.
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