📈 Facts about Sea Levels
Did you know that sea levels have been rising steadily over the past century? This trend is primarily due to climate change, driven by global warming and melting ice sheets.
- 🌍 Eustatic Change: The global sea level rise over time, primarily driven by melting ice and thermal expansion.
- 🏝 Local Impacts: Coastal areas are experiencing more frequent flooding, which affects ecosystems and human settlements.
- 🔍 Ongoing Research: Scientists globally are studying ways to mitigate the impacts of rising sea levels.