Sea Level Is Currently Rising at 3

question 27

Multiple Choice

Sea level is currently rising at 3.3 mm/yr,and scientists predict that global warming could cause a rise in sea level of 7 if left unabated.How long will it take the sea to rise 7 m at the current rate?

• A)2,121 years
• B)0.0004 year
• C)2.121 years
• D)0.47 year

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