Question

in class we have discussed sea level changes throughout earths history. we have also discussed that the ground can rise and lower due to a variety of factors. the map below shows you the areas of the united states that are rising and sinking in mm/year. which part of the country do you think is under the greatest risk of even a slight change in sea level (think about the elevation and proximity to the ocean as factors)? why? central california because it is the state we live in northeastern area of the united states because it has more people southern texas & louisiana because it is a flat low - lying area next to the ocean minnesota because it if the most northern colorado because it is a mountainous location iowa because it is not uplifting as fast as minnesota

Explanation:

Flat low - lying areas near the ocean are at higher risk from sea - level changes. Southern Texas & Louisiana fit this description. Central California's reason is parochial (living there isn't a scientific risk factor). The northeastern area's population isn't directly related to sea - level risk. Minnesota's northerly position and Iowa's uplift rate compared to Minnesota are not relevant to sea - level risk. Colorado's mountainous terrain makes it less vulnerable to slight sea - level changes.

Answer:

Southern Texas & Louisiana because it is a flat low - lying area next to the ocean.