Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Sea level is expected to rise because of warmer climate due to the following:

  1. Oceans expand as they get warmer

  2. Glaciers and ice-sheets melt

  3. a and b

  4. None of the Above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Sea level rise occurs through two main physical mechanisms: thermal expansion (ocean water occupies more volume when warmed) and addition of meltwater from glaciers and ice sheets. Both processes are direct consequences of global warming and contribute significantly to observed and projected sea level rise.

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