Which of the Following Is a Reason Why Sea Level

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason why sea level will rise as a response to global warming?

• A) Increased temperatures will cause the Earth's tectonic plates to swell, pushing the ocean floor upwards.
• B) Increased temperatures will cause ocean life to die and the ocean will swell due to massive decomposition of organic matter.
• C) Increased temperatures will cause an increase in ocean life and the ocean will swell as a result.
• D) Increased temperatures will cause the ocean water to expand.
• E) Global warming is not expected to cause the sea level to rise.