Global warming: DC could sink 6+ inches by end of the century due to climate change

Global warming: DC could sink 6+ inches by end of the century due to climate change

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Science, Biology, Geography

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the projected rise in global sea levels by 2100 due to climate change, highlighting the role of thermal expansion. It also covers research conducted around Chesapeake Bay, revealing geological changes over millions of years. The sinking of the Washington DC area is attributed to the weight of a glacier from the last ice age, which caused the ground to sink and the surrounding area to bulge, contributing to sea level rise.

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What findings did researchers discover about the Chesapeake Bay area?

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What additional impact does the sinking of the ground have on sea level rise in the DC area?

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