Unexpected Source Fuels Rapid Melt at World's Biggest Ice Shelf
A hole in nearby sea ice allows sunlight to warm the ocean water in contact with the ice-- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
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"Hair Dryer" Winds Could Strain Vulnerable Antarctic Ice Shelf
Warm, dry winds can cause major melt as they sweep across the ice, even during frigid winter months-- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com