Measuring sea level is an increasingly important part of climate research, and a rising mean sea level is one of the most tangible consequences of climate change. (sciencedaily.com)
I like that concept... tangible consequences for actions. (crappypictures.com)
It was the first time anyone had observed a solar flare, and the first time anyone had seen a solar event produce such tangible consequences on Earth. (discovermagazine.com)