Sea Level Rise History and Consequences International Geophysics 1st Edition by Bruce Douglas, Michael S Kearney, Stephen P Leatherman ISBN 0080516793 9780080516790

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ISBN 10: 0080516793 
ISBN 13: 9780080516790
Author: Bruce Douglas, Michael S Kearney, Stephen P Leatherman

Sea Level Rise, History and Consequences includes a special emphasis on the evidence for historical sea level change; case studies are used to demonstrate the resulting consequences. A CD-ROM is included which contain tide gauge data and trends of relative sea level from the Permanent Service for Mean Sea Level. The material on the CD-ROM is either in the form of text files, or web sites that can be opened by widely available web-browsers.

Sea level is expected to rise as much as 60-100 centimeters over the next century due to greenhouse-induced global warming — or at least that is what the some scientists predict. However, the concept of sea level is extremely complex, which makes the prediction of sea level rise anything but certain. The reviewers are in consensus in enthusiastically endorsing this comprehensive book and CD-ROM treatment.

This book will be a comprehensive review of the subject using the data themselves (on CD-ROM) to illustrate the principles involved, rather than detailed mathematical treatments. The book should be readily accessible to upper division and first-year graduate students in the environmental sciences, geography, geology, and other interdisciplinary fields. Four pages (up to 16 pages) of color in the printed text.

Sea Level Rise History and Consequences International Geophysics 1st Table of contents:

Chapter 1: Introduction to Sea Level Rise
1.1. Definition and Scope of Sea Level Rise
1.2. Historical Overview of Sea Level Changes
1.3. Importance of Studying Sea Level Rise in Geophysics

Chapter 2: The Science of Sea Level Rise
2.1. Mechanisms Behind Sea Level Rise
2.2. Thermal Expansion and Ice Melt
2.3. Role of Ocean Currents and Atmospheric Changes
2.4. Satellite Measurements and Data Collection

Chapter 3: Historical Trends in Sea Level Rise
3.1. Prehistoric Sea Level Changes
3.2. The Last Glacial Maximum and Post-Glacial Recovery
3.3. 20th Century and Early 21st Century Trends
3.4. Regional Variations in Sea Level Rise

Chapter 4: Predicting Future Sea Level Rise
4.1. Climate Models and Projections
4.2. Potential Scenarios for the Next Century
4.3. Uncertainty in Projections and the Role of Feedback Mechanisms

Chapter 5: Geophysical Impacts of Rising Sea Levels
5.1. Geophysical Observations and Global Distribution
5.2. Tectonic Activity and Sea Level Rise
5.3. Coastal Subsidence and Other Local Effects
5.4. Groundwater and Saltwater Intrusion

Chapter 6: Ecological and Environmental Consequences
6.1. Coastal Ecosystems and Biodiversity
6.2. Impact on Coral Reefs, Wetlands, and Mangroves
6.3. Changes in Ocean Currents and Weather Patterns

Chapter 7: Social and Economic Impacts
7.1. Effects on Coastal Communities and Infrastructure
7.2. Migration and Displacement of Populations
7.3. Economic Consequences for Fisheries, Agriculture, and Tourism

Chapter 8: Global and Regional Policy Responses
8.1. International Treaties and Agreements (e.g., Paris Agreement)
8.2. Mitigation Strategies and Adaptation Measures
8.3. The Role of Geophysics in Policy Making

Chapter 9: Conclusion and Future Directions
9.1. Key Takeaways from Sea Level Rise Studies
9.2. Ongoing Research and Technological Innovations
9.3. The Role of Geophysics in Understanding and Addressing Sea Level Rise

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