NASA | Sea Level Rising: Interview with Tom Wagner

NASA | Sea Level Rising: Interview with Tom Wagner

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Geography, Science, Biology

5th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the steady rise in global sea levels over the past 20 years, primarily due to polar ice melt and ocean expansion. Dr. Tom Wagner from NASA explains the use of satellite data to measure these changes and highlights the topography of oceans. The causes of sea level rise are attributed to thermal expansion and ice melt from glaciers and ice sheets. NASA's efforts include developing technologies, field studies, and modeling to predict future sea level changes. Viewers are directed to NASA's website for more information and resources.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What are the two important things that the new images show us about sea level rise?

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What are the main causes of sea level rise as mentioned in the text?

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What role does the GRACE satellite play in understanding ice sheet changes?

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How does NASA study sea level rise and what technologies are they developing?

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Where can one learn more about NASA's work on sea level rise and view related images?

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