Sea level rises with increasing global temperature because:
A) glaciers melt, adding water to the oceans
B) the ocean water warms, therefore condensing
C) the ocean water warms, therefore expanding
D) both A and B
E) both A and C

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As global temperatures increase, glaciers and ice caps melt, and this water flows to the oceans. Additionally, the warming temperatures cause seawater to expand, resulting in a rise in sea level. Therefore, both options A and C are correct.

Sea Level Rises with Increasing Global Temperature Because