What are the negative effects of rising ocean temperatures? Check all that apply
the melting of glaciers and polar ice caps
the drying out of fertile land and the formation of dust bowls
the flooding of low-lying coastal areas
the faster evaporation of water in the soil
the decreased frequency of major storms

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the parathyroid hormone? a. it decreases the blood calcium level and decreases blood phosphorus level. b. it decreases the blood calcium level and increases the blood phosphorus level. c. it increases the blood calcium level and increases blood phosphorus level. d. it increases the blood calcium level and decreases blood phosphorus level.