Rising Sea Levels
Definition
Rising sea levels refer to the increase in the average height of the Earth's oceans and seas over time, primarily caused by global warming and the melting of glaciers and ice caps.
Related terms
Coastal Erosion: The wearing away of land along coastlines due to the force of waves and currents.
Ocean Acidification: The process in which carbon dioxide dissolves in seawater, leading to a decrease in pH levels and harmful effects on marine life.
Climate Change: Long-term shifts in weather patterns caused by human activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes.
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Subjects (1)
AP Human Geography
Study guides (1)
AP Environmental Science - 9.4 Increases in the Greenhouse Gases
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