'Antarctica’s ice could collapse faster': New discover raises alarming questions
'Antarctica’s ice could collapse faster': New discover raises alarming questions
Produced by: Mohsin Shaikh
Frozen Secrets
Scientists have unveiled the most detailed map of Antarctica’s bedrock, revealing mountains, valleys, and hidden canyons buried beneath miles of ice.
Thickest Ice Ever
A newly discovered canyon in Wilkes Land holds Antarctica’s thickest ice—nearly 3 miles deep, surpassing previous estimates from Adélie Land.
60 Years of Data
This breakthrough map, Bedmap3, is built on six decades of satellite, radar, and seismic data—offering the clearest view yet of Antarctica’s hidden terrain.
Rising Risks
The map confirms that much of Antarctica’s ice sits below sea level—meaning warm ocean water could creep in and accelerate melting faster than expected.
Mega Canyons Below
Antarctica’s buried landscapes include towering peaks and deep valleys, shaping how ice will move and melt in a rapidly warming world.
Ice Flow Predictions
Understanding bedrock bumps and dips helps scientists predict how Antarctic glaciers might speed up or slow down as the climate changes.
Mapping the Unknown
New details about the South Pole region provide crucial insights into one of the least explored parts of our planet.
Credit: NASA
Floating Ice in Danger
The study also mapped ice shelves surrounding Antarctica, revealing how their shape and thickness might impact global sea levels.
A More Fragile Future
With a clearer picture of what lies beneath, scientists now believe Antarctica may be even more vulnerable to climate change than previously thought.
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