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Caiter2013

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on: Jul 15, 2018
How would melting all of the world's glacial ice affect the flow of streams and rivers? What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

What would happen to our coastlines if all of the glacial ice were to melt? What will be an ideal response?


mcabuhat

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Reply #1 on: Jul 15, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Many rivers and streams are able to flow year round because of water stored in glacial ice. The ice is
basically a natural reservoir that slowly releases its stored volume during the summer. Without this ice,
it is likely that many rivers would cease to flow during the dry portion of the year



Answer to Question 2

Sea level would rise by as much as 40 meters. This would flood most of the major population centers
of the world and would eliminate large areas used for agricultural purposes



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