Sea Level Rise and Coastal Impacts
Evaluates the uneven geographical distribution of climate change consequences on societies and ecosystems.
Key Questions
- Explain the primary drivers of global sea level rise.
- Justify why low-lying coastal states are more vulnerable to sea level rise than inland nations.
- Analyze the socio-economic impacts of coastal erosion and saltwater intrusion.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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