IMPACTS OF PRSENT AND PREDICTED SEA LEVEL RISE Flashcards
1
Q
Recently rate of rise has increased to ___________
A
4-5 mm per year
2
Q
Where is very susceptible to flooding?
A
The SE UK
3
Q
Intrustion of saltwater means what?
A
Contamination of freshwater stores underground
4
Q
What environments are threatened by the sea rise
A
Coastal habitats: wetlands + salt marsh
5
Q
Ecosystems can ____________________-
A
adjust, depending on speed of sea level rise
6
Q
What are some economic effects of sea level rise?
A
More development at at-risk areas is scary
insurance is expensive at those areas.
