COSEE Ocean Systems: News
Ancient and Future Rising Seas
Description: The seas are creeping higher as the planet warms. But how high will they go? Projections for the year 2100 range from inches to several feet, or more. A new study that examines how ancient seas rose during an extremely warm period on Earth is helping scientists understand how climate change could affect the future of our oceans. [Source: Astrobiology Magazine]
URL: http://www.astrobio.net/pressrelease/4634/ancient-and-future-rising-seas
Availability: Full Text
Source: Astrobiology Magazine
Publish Date: 3/18/2012
Reading Level: Basic
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