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Why would sea levels rise if it gets warmer?

April 26, 2017levels Rise sea warmer

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Why would sea levels rise if it gets warmer?

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Oceans absorb heat from the atmosphere. As the atmosphere warms, so too do the oceans. When water is warmed, it expands, causing sea levels to rise. In addition, as the temperature of the oceans and atmosphere increases, so permafrost, glaciers and ice sheets melt, releasing additional water into the oceans and contributing to sea level rise.