Which areas can be more affected by sea-level rise?
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Correct answer: Low coastal areas
Low-lying coastal areas, deltas, islands, and coastal wetlands are especially vulnerable to sea-level rise. Higher sea levels can increase coastal flooding, erosion, saltwater intrusion into freshwater, and damage to settlements and infrastructure. Mountain peaks and inland deserts are not directly exposed to marine flooding in the same way. Thus C is correct.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Low coastal areas
Why is this the correct answer?
Low-lying coastal areas, deltas, islands, and coastal wetlands are especially vulnerable to sea-level rise. Higher sea levels can increase coastal flooding, erosion, saltwater intrusion into freshwater, and damage to settlements and infrastructure. Mountain peaks and inland deserts are not directly exposed to marine flooding in the same way. Thus C is correct.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Geography question. Chapter: World Climate and Climate Change.
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