[Solved] The polar regions of the earth cannot support forest growth because:

Q.	The polar regions of the earth cannot support forest growth because:
A.	the rainfall is very low
B.	the growing season is short in these areas
C.	the ground is often frozen or snow or ice-covered
D.	all the above factors
Answer» D. all the above factors

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