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The most striking outcome of this hypothetical drop in sea level is the emergence of millions of square kilometers of land previously submerged beneath the sea. This transformation means that numerous islands become interconnected landmasses, shifting the very boundaries of nations and altering geopolitical dynamics.
Countries like Australia and New Zealand exhibit some of the most significant changes. Australia, now expanded significantly, has absorbed parts of its northern territory, merging with Indonesia. New Zealand's islands have fused into one large area, causing it to take on an unfamiliar shape. The land beneath the waves becomes a significant new territory, illustrating how rapidly our landscapes can change.