What would the world look like if all the ice melted?

A World Without Ice

  • If all the ice melted, north and south pole, Antarctica, Greenland, and all, sea levels would rise between 175 and 225 feet.
  • Coastal areas would essentially disappear, and roughly a third of the earth's existing landmass would be submerged. it is estimated that 60% of the world's population lives in the coastal plains.
  • Many inland areas would be effected as well, as water tables, rivers, and lakes would all rise from their previous heights.

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