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Satellite images reveal missing Antarctic ice the 'size of France'
Key takeaways
- About 650,000 square kilometres of winter sea ice in West Antarctica did not solidify this year.
- A large section of winter sea ice in West Antarctica that is roughly the size of France has failed to form this winter, alarming scientists.
- Researchers say the loss is consistent with a warming climate and could have major environmental consequences.
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About 650,000 square kilometres of winter sea ice in West Antarctica did not solidify this year. (Antarctica.gov.au: Matt Burke)
A large section of winter sea ice in West Antarctica that is roughly the size of France has failed to form this winter, alarming scientists.
Researchers say the loss is consistent with a warming climate and could have major environmental consequences.
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