sea level change; eustatic change
Technical term used in geology, oceanography, and climate science. Refers to changes in sea level, often on a global scale.
Sea level change is accelerating due to global warming.
Past sea level changes are closely related to the growth and decay of ice sheets.
Synonymous term also used in geology; 海面変化 is slightly more common in general contexts.
Compound of 海面 (sea surface) and 変化 (change).