Which of the Following Would Make a Greater Contribution to Rising

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would make a greater contribution to rising sea levels?

• A) Melting sea ice
• B) Melting land-based ice
• C) Increased levels of precipitation in some areas
• D) Increased levels of atmospheric water vapor
• E) Increased levels of global evaporation and transpiration

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