Which outcome results when increased summer temperatures affect discontinuous permafrost?

💡 Explanation

Thermokarst lakes form because permafrost thaw increases soil instability through thaw subsidence. This is positive feedback, rather than decreasing methane which would slow climate change, therefore A is correct.

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