Ringed seals give birth in lairs carved out of packed snowdrifts. Which abiotic change may increase pup mortality?(1 point)

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reduced snowfall

reduced temperatures

reduced polar bear population

reduced carbon dioxide

Answer 1

Reduced snowfall may increase pup mortality in ringed seals, as their lairs require sufficient snow for insulation and protection from predators. Without enough snowfall, the lairs may not be adequately formed or could be more easily compromised, leading to increased susceptibility of the pups to harsh environmental conditions and predators.