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Undetected Melting Threat: Scientists Discover New Antarctic Tipping Point


Warm water flowing beneath can cause ice to melt in ways not currently accounted for in models. Scientists have identified a concerning new mechanism for the melting of large ice sheets. The study highlights how relatively warm seawater can erode the underside of ice that is grounded, potentially s

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