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East vs. West: Antarctica’s Ice Tells Two Very Different Tales


New findings indicate East Antarctica began glaciating 34 million years ago, unlike West Antarctica which remained ice-free longer. The study emphasizes regional differences in Antarctica's ice response to climate shifts. Global warming has left its mark on the Antarctic ice sheets in recent year

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