As You Have Learned in Chapter 16, Global Warming Is

Multiple Choice

As you have learned in Chapter 16, global warming is taking place. Some sources estimate that the temperature on Earth will increase about 0.5 degrees Celsius over a 100-year period. Although scientists do not agree on the amount of increase, let's presume that this will result in an approximate seven-inch rise in sea level. Let's look at town A that has an average nightly temperature of 22 degrees Celsius. Some species of pythons have been released by overwhelmed owners and are breeding in more southern locations. These snakes require a nighttime temperature no lower than 25 degrees Celsius. In how many years will the pythons be able to survive in town A?

A) in 60 years
B) in 600 years
C) in 1200 years
D) in 1500 years