Rising sea level and the disappearance of islands off the coast of Nova Scotia can most likely be attributed to
A) more nor'easters.
B) stronger hurricanes.
C) bigger fetch.
D) human activity.
E) glacio-isostatic subsidence.

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Glacio-isostatic subsidence refers to the gradual sinking of land that was previously compressed by the weight of glaciers. As the glaciers melt, the land slowly subsides, contributing to rising sea levels and the disappearance of islands.

Rising Sea Level and the Disappearance of Islands Off the Coast