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Glaciers, Ice Sheets, and Sea Levels

Melting glaciers and rising seas reshape coasts and communities. The National Academies study climate dynamics, ice processes, and adaptation strategies for coastal resilience.

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Is human-driven climate change causing the sea levels to rise?

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Global average sea level is increasing due to melting land ice and expansion of warming seawater, both caused by global warming.

Mar 9, 2020
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