Our Planet · Topic 40 of 50
Sea Level Rise
⭐ MasteredSea levels are rising because warming water expands and ice on land melts into the ocean. Rising seas can flood coastal areas and force people to move.
💡 Fun fact
Global sea levels have risen by about 20 centimetres since 1900.
All about Sea Level Rise
Sea levels are rising because warming water expands and ice on land melts into the ocean. Rising seas can flood coastal areas and force people to move.
Global sea levels have risen by about 20 centimetres since 1900.
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Real-life uses of Sea Level Rise
- Planning coastal defences
- Understanding climate change
- Protecting beaches
Frequently asked questions about Sea Level Rise
Why is the sea level rising?
Warming water expands and ice melts.
What can rising seas do?
Flood coastal areas.