Which of the Following Statements About Sea Level Rise Is

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about sea level rise is false?

• A)As the Antarctic ice cap melts the amount of water in the oceans increases.
• B)As ocean water heats up, it expands causing sea levels to rise.
• C)The melting of continental glaciers does not contribute to changes in sea levels as this melt water is contained in river systems.
• D)Sea levels have already risen 10-20 cms putting island nations like the Maldives at risk.

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