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Thirsty continents are slowing down expected sea level rise, scientists say
Description: Despite the accelerated melting of glaciers and ice sheets, sea levels aren't rising quite as quickly as scientists anticipated. The reason: Continents are absorbing more of the water before it flows into the seas, according to a new study. [Source: Los Angeles Times]
URL: http://www.latimes.com/science/sciencenow/la-sci-sn-water-land-gravity-sea-level-20160215-story.html
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Source: Los Angeles Times
Publish Date: 2/15/2016
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