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QWhat is the potential sea level rise if the West Antarctic ice sheet fully collapses?

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  • A 1 to 2 meters ✔ ✖
  • B 2 to 5 meters ✔ ✖
  • C 6 to 12 meters ✔ ✖
  • D 12 to 20 meters ✔ ✖
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If the West Antarctic ice sheet fully collapses, it is estimated to contribute to a sea level rise of 2 to 5 meters (6.6 to 16.4 feet).
The West Antarctic ice sheet is considered vulnerable to warming ocean waters, and its collapse would have significant implications for global sea levels.

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