Which outcome is associated with increased thermokarst activity?

💡 Explanation

Extensive thaw lake formation results from thermokarst because permafrost thawing causes ground subsidence and water accumulation, creating depressions; therefore, thaw lakes expand, rather than promoting glacial growth due to changed regional hydrology.

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