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Climate and Atmosphere
Marine and Freshwater

Definition(s)

Sea-level rises are a possible consequence of global warming. As the amount of free water in the oceans increases, and as the water becomes warmer, global warming will increase. In addition, according to theory, the heating at the poles may reduce the amount of water trapped in glaciers and ice caps. (Source: GEMET/WRIGHT)

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Related terms:
sea level fluctuation
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