A scientist observes that a region covered by permafrost a few years ago has now thawed. How could this trend be related to the use of fossil fuels?(1 point)

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Soil thaws more easily as it becomes more acidic.
Soil thaws more easily as it becomes more acidic.

Greenhouse gases trap more heat in Earth's atmosphere.
Greenhouse gases trap more heat in Earth's atmosphere.

Particulate matter covers and warms the ground.
Particulate matter covers and warms the ground.

Factories using fossil fuels generate heat.

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Greenhouse gases trap more heat in Earth's atmosphere.

The increased use of fossil fuels leads to an increase in greenhouse gases, which trap more heat in the Earth's atmosphere. This trapped heat can cause permafrost to thaw, leading to the observed changes in the region.