Question

read this excerpt from a students guide to global climate change. climate change poses risks for cities near the ocean. places like miami; new york city; new orleans; and venice, italy, could flood more often or more severely if sea level continues to rise. if that happens, many people will lose their homes and businesses. what main problem related to climate change does the author discuss in this section? the rise of temperatures in costal areas the loss of beaches in coastal areas the loss of homes in coastal areas the rise of sea levels in coastal areas

Explanation:

The text focuses on how rising sea - levels due to climate change can cause more frequent or severe flooding in coastal cities like Miami, New York City, New Orleans, and Venice, leading to loss of homes and businesses. The main problem emphasized is the rise of sea levels in coastal areas.

Answer:

the rise of sea levels in coastal areas