In addition to melting of glacial ice, why does sea level rise in a warming world?
A) Seawater expands slightly as it warms.
B) Currents shift to push water onto coastlines.
C) Rainfall increases over the ocean.
D) Land that had been covered by glacial ice floods.

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As seawater warms, it expands, contributing to sea level rise. This process is known as thermal expansion and is a significant factor in rising sea levels alongside the melting of glacial ice.

In Addition to Melting of Glacial Ice, Why Does Sea