Causes of sea level rise
What gas is warming the earth?
Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
Which U.S. city is flooding from rising seas?
Miami, Flordia
Which term describes rising water from melting ice?
Sea level rise
What happens to water when it warms up?
It expands
What happens when seawater mixes with freshwater?
Saltwater intrusion
What is the long-term rise in sea level called
Climate-induced sea level rise
How do melting glaciers raise sea levels?
Melting glaciers release water into the ocean, causing the levels to rise.
What coastal areas are threatened by rising seas?
Coastal cities, islands, and wetlands
What term describes sea level rise from melting ice?
Glacial melt
What is it called when ocean water expands because of heat?
Thermal expansion
Which ecosystem protects coastlines but is threatened by sea level rise?
Mangroves
What the term for sea level rise from warming oceans and melting ice?
Global sea level rise