Which of the following statements about sea level rise is false?
A)As the Antarctic ice cap melts the amount of water in the oceans increases.
B)As ocean water heats up, it expands causing sea levels to rise.
C)The melting of continental glaciers does not contribute to changes in sea levels as this melt water is contained in river systems.
D)Sea levels have already risen 10-20 cms putting island nations like the Maldives at risk.

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The melting of continental glaciers does contribute to sea level rise. When glaciers on land melt, the water flows into the oceans, increasing the total volume of water and causing sea levels to rise. This process is not contained within river systems as implied in option C.

Which of the Following Statements About Sea Level Rise Is