Thermosteric sea level change (Q1095)
Subject, term, tag: Thermosteric sea level change
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Thermosteric sea level change |
Subject, term, tag: Thermosteric sea level change |
Statements
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026
Thermosteric sea level change (where thermosteric sea level rise may also be referred to as thermal expansion) occurs as a result of changes in ocean temperature: increasing temperature reduces ocean density and increases the volume per unit of mass. (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026