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Milankovitch Cyclicity & Earth Orbit Variations

As you can tell from the former discussion, there are likely a large number of possible mechanisms that influence sea level change. In this section, we will explore in more detail some of the causes for sea level fluctuations and will look at data from the end of the Pliocene into the Pleistocene in order to explore mechanisms in more detail. Certainly, tectonics and uplift/subsidence can play important roles in sea levels, but so too can processes that are independent of the behavior of interior earth systems. In some cases, the earth system can be strongly influenced by external factors which might include orbital variations as well as solar output. Let's explore these now.

These materials are part of a collection of classroom-tested modules and courses developed by InTeGrate. The materials engage students in understanding the earth system as it intertwines with key societal issues. The collection is freely available and ready to be adapted by undergraduate educators across a range of courses including: general education or majors courses in Earth-focused disciplines such as geoscience or environmental science, social science, engineering, and other sciences, as well as courses for interdisciplinary programs.
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