History of the Middle East – 1800 to Present
Sea-level rise refers to the increase in the average level of the world's oceans due to factors like melting ice caps and glaciers, and thermal expansion caused by global warming. This phenomenon has significant implications for coastal areas, leading to increased flooding, erosion, and challenges to freshwater availability, which ties directly into broader issues of water scarcity and environmental challenges.
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