Global climate change is causing sea level rise around the globe.This is an example of ______ sea level rise.
A) eustatic
B) subsidence-related
C) local
D) erosion-related

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Eustatic sea level rise refers to a change in the global sea level due to an increase in the volume of water in the ocean or a decrease in the volume of ocean basins. Global climate change is causing the melting of glaciers and ice sheets, which is increasing the volume of water in the ocean and causing eustatic sea level rise. Therefore, the correct choice is A) eustatic sea level rise.

Global Climate Change Is Causing Sea Level Rise Around the Globe.This