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Rising Tides: The Connection Between Global Warming and Sea Level Rise

Luella Byrd

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United States

Description:

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. In this thought-provoking book, readers will explore an urgent environmental issue that we face today. Through an in-depth analysis, the author sheds light on the intricate connection between two critical factors - global warming and sea level rise. Delve into the underlying causes and unravel the consequences of these interlinked phenomena. With clear explanations and scientific evidence, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of this pressing global challenge. Join the discourse and discover the link between our warming planet and the imminent threat of rising sea levels. Duration - 3h 15m. Author - Luella Byrd. Narrator - Digital Voice Madison G. Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Kim Beasley ©.

Language:

English

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Chapter 1: Tremors of Change 4
Chapter 1: Tremors of Change 4
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- Introduction to the book's topic, emphasizing the importance of understanding the link between global warming and sea level rise 7
- Introduction to the book's topic, emphasizing the importance of understanding the link between global warming and sea level rise 7
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- Brief discussions regarding the urgent need for action and the potential consequences if ignored 10
- Brief discussions regarding the urgent need for action and the potential consequences if ignored 10
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Part I: Exploring Global Warming 13
Part I: Exploring Global Warming 13
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Chapter 2: Unveiling the Greenhouse Effect 16
Chapter 2: Unveiling the Greenhouse Effect 16
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- Understanding the fundamentals of global warming 19
- Understanding the fundamentals of global warming 19
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- Delving into the concept of the greenhouse effect and its role in the Earth's temperature regulation 22
- Delving into the concept of the greenhouse effect and its role in the Earth's temperature regulation 22
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Chapter 3: Tracing the Historical Warming Trends 25
Chapter 3: Tracing the Historical Warming Trends 25
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- Highlighting significant historical events that demonstrate a shift towards global warming 28
- Highlighting significant historical events that demonstrate a shift towards global warming 28
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- Examining key data and scientific evidence to support these trends 31
- Examining key data and scientific evidence to support these trends 31
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Chapter 4: Human Impact: Unmasking the Culprits 34
Chapter 4: Human Impact: Unmasking the Culprits 34
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- An exploration of human-related activities inducing global warming 37
- An exploration of human-related activities inducing global warming 37
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- Analyzing deforestation, fossil fuel burning, and the release of greenhouse gases 41
- Analyzing deforestation, fossil fuel burning, and the release of greenhouse gases 41
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- Addressing the responsibility of individuals, entities, and governments in tackling this issue 44
- Addressing the responsibility of individuals, entities, and governments in tackling this issue 44
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Part II: Connecting the Dots: Sea Level Rise 47
Part II: Connecting the Dots: Sea Level Rise 47
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Chapter 5: Uncovering the Oceans' Role 50
Chapter 5: Uncovering the Oceans' Role 50
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- Discovering the influential role of the oceans in climate change 53
- Discovering the influential role of the oceans in climate change 53
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- Investigating thermal expansion, glacial melt, and their contributions to rising sea levels 56
- Investigating thermal expansion, glacial melt, and their contributions to rising sea levels 56
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Chapter 6: Navigating the Effects: Coastal Areas 59
Chapter 6: Navigating the Effects: Coastal Areas 59
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- Highlighting the effects of rising sea levels on coastal ecosystems 62
- Highlighting the effects of rising sea levels on coastal ecosystems 62
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- Discussing coastal erosion, loss of habitat, and human displacement 65
- Discussing coastal erosion, loss of habitat, and human displacement 65
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Chapter 7: The Cost of Melting Ice: Polar Regions 69
Chapter 7: The Cost of Melting Ice: Polar Regions 69
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- Focusing on the perilous effects climate change has on the Arctic and Antarctic regions 72
- Focusing on the perilous effects climate change has on the Arctic and Antarctic regions 72
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- Discussing the melting ice sheets, the impact on ecosystems, and implications for global sea levels 75
- Discussing the melting ice sheets, the impact on ecosystems, and implications for global sea levels 75
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Chapter 8: Island Nations and Beyond 78
Chapter 8: Island Nations and Beyond 78
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- Examining the vulnerability of low-lying areas and islands to sea level rise 81
- Examining the vulnerability of low-lying areas and islands to sea level rise 81
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- Case studies highlighting the challenges faced by nations and communities threatened with inundation 84
- Case studies highlighting the challenges faced by nations and communities threatened with inundation 84
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Part III: Seeking Solutions: Mitigation and Adaptation 87
Part III: Seeking Solutions: Mitigation and Adaptation 87
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Chapter 9: Mitigating the Impacts of Global Warming 91
Chapter 9: Mitigating the Impacts of Global Warming 91
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- Discussing potential strategies to mitigate global warming and subsequent sea level rise 95
- Discussing potential strategies to mitigate global warming and subsequent sea level rise 95
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- Exploring sustainable development practices, renewable energy alternatives, and global cooperation 99
- Exploring sustainable development practices, renewable energy alternatives, and global cooperation 99
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Chapter 10: Adapting to the Rising Tides 102
Chapter 10: Adapting to the Rising Tides 102
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- Presenting adaptive approaches to counter the consequences of rising sea levels 105
- Presenting adaptive approaches to counter the consequences of rising sea levels 105
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- Addressing infrastructural changes, ecosystem-based solutions, and community resilience 108
- Addressing infrastructural changes, ecosystem-based solutions, and community resilience 108
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Chapter 11: The Role of International Collaboration 111
Chapter 11: The Role of International Collaboration 111
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- Analyzing the significance of international agreements and cooperation 115
- Analyzing the significance of international agreements and cooperation 115
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- Discussing landmark documents like the Paris Agreement and their impact on global efforts 118
- Discussing landmark documents like the Paris Agreement and their impact on global efforts 118
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Chapter 12: Understanding the Intertwined Fate 122
Chapter 12: Understanding the Intertwined Fate 122
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- Reflecting on the crucial need for immediate action and raising public awareness 125
- Reflecting on the crucial need for immediate action and raising public awareness 125
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- Concluding remarks on the collective responsibility to tackle global warming and sea level rise 128
- Concluding remarks on the collective responsibility to tackle global warming and sea level rise 128
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Chapter 13: Looking Ahead 131
Chapter 13: Looking Ahead 131
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- Painting a vision of a desirable future concerning climate action 134
- Painting a vision of a desirable future concerning climate action 134
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- Highlighting continued research and advancements in renewable energy, conservation, and sustainable development 137
- Highlighting continued research and advancements in renewable energy, conservation, and sustainable development 137
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Chapter 14: Prospect of Hope 140
Chapter 14: Prospect of Hope 140
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- Inspiring readers to take personal action and create change 143
- Inspiring readers to take personal action and create change 143
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- Encouraging the adoption of sustainable practices and supporting policy changes 147
- Encouraging the adoption of sustainable practices and supporting policy changes 147
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