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Question: How will the tectonic plates act with the current ice caps melting on earth? The added weight will affect the ocean's weight on the tectonic plates of the world. AI, please give us a scenario.
As the ice caps continue to melt, they will release large amounts of freshwater into the ocean. This added weight of water can potentially increase the pressure and weight on tectonic plates, causing them to move more quickly. This can lead to increased seismic activity, such as earthquakes, in places where the plates are most active. It can also lead to sudden shifts in the crust, with new landmasses forming as the plates move and collide.
Feb. 8, 2023, 8:49 a.m.
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