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Amber Discovered For the First Time in Antarctica: What You Need to Know
Scientists have uncovered the first-ever amber from Antarctica, dating back to the mid-Cretaceous period. Found in the Pine Island trough, this amber is between 92 and 83 million years old. The discovery offers insights into the ancient conifer-rich, swampy rainforest ecosystem near the South Pole. It also shows that all continents once supported r...
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Antarctic Ozone Hole Might Fully Recover by 2066, Claims New Study
In 2024, scientists observed a notable reduction in the size of the Antarctic ozone hole, marking it as the seventh-smallest on record. With ongoing efforts to eliminate chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), experts are optimistic that the ozone layer could fully recover by 2066. Factors contributing to this positive trend include a decrease in harmful chemi...
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Antarctica's 'Doomsday Glacier' Is Heading For Collapse Sooner Than Expected
The scientists predict that Thwaites Glacier and the Antarctic Ice Sheet could collapse within the next 200 years.
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"Something Unusual...": Scientists Warn Of Potential Antarctic Vortex Split
Scientists warn that repeated wind slowdowns could lead to a sudden and dramatic change in the vortex's direction.
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Antarctic Study Reveals "Tipping Point" For Runaway Melting Of Ice Sheets
Scientists have discovered a new tipping point toward "runaway melting" of Antarctic ice sheets, caused by warm ocean water intruding between the ice and the land it sits on, according to a study published on Tuesday.
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Ancient Antarctic Mountains Unearthed By Pink Sands In Australia
The discovery of pink sand on the shores of Petrel Cove, Australia, has led scientists to uncover an ancient Antarctic mountain range.
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What Scientists Discovered After 15 Years Of Research On Blue Whale Sound
Scientists spent 15 years listening to blue whales in the Antarctic using special buoys that can detect whale calls.
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Antarctic Wildlife Is Being Sunburnt. Scientists Say It's A "Wake-Up Call"
The ultraviolet radiation from the Sun increase the risk of skin cancer and cataracts in humans, but researchers do not yet know if the same is true for Antarctic mammals and birds.
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Antarctic Volcano That Ships Can Sail Into May Hold Clues To Life On Mars
On Deception Island in Antarctica, steam rises from the beaches, and glaciers dot the black slopes of what is actually an active volcano -- a rare clash of ice and fire that provides clues to scientists about what life could look like on Mars.
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Antarctic Ice Sheet Collapse Closer Than Thought, Reveals Octopus DNA
Scientists investigating how Antarctica's ice sheets retreated in the deep past have turned to an innovative approach: studying the genes of octopuses that live in its chilly waters.
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India's 1st Antarctic Mission Top Secret, Felt Like James Bond Film: Scientists
Forty years after India set up its first scientific base station in Antarctica, the researchers associated with the mission on Friday recalled how the country's first expedition to this polar region was kept under wraps from everyone.
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Scientists Discover Ancient River Landscape Beneath Antarctic Ice Sheet
In the new study, researchers analysed the past of the glacier sheet, based on the land beneath the Aurora and Schmidt basins, between the Denman and Totten glaciers.
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Global Warming: Thousands Of Penguins Die In Antarctic Ice Breakup
The melting of sea ice around Antarctica is leading to the loss of habitat for baby emperor penguins.
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Scientist Studying Antarctica For 40 Years On Why It Needs Our Help Now
After decades immersed in Antarctic science, Ive learned that physical and biological changes rarely occur smoothly. More often than not, they unfold in sharp steps. Right now, Antarctica's climate and ecosystems are experiencing disturbing changes.
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Scientists Detect 'Ghost Particles' Emerging From Milky Way In Landmark Discovery
The neutrinos, or 'ghost particles', were detected by an astronomical detector buried in Antarctic ice.
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Amber Discovered For the First Time in Antarctica: What You Need to Know
Scientists have uncovered the first-ever amber from Antarctica, dating back to the mid-Cretaceous period. Found in the Pine Island trough, this amber is between 92 and 83 million years old. The discovery offers insights into the ancient conifer-rich, swampy rainforest ecosystem near the South Pole. It also shows that all continents once supported r...
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Antarctic Ozone Hole Might Fully Recover by 2066, Claims New Study
In 2024, scientists observed a notable reduction in the size of the Antarctic ozone hole, marking it as the seventh-smallest on record. With ongoing efforts to eliminate chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), experts are optimistic that the ozone layer could fully recover by 2066. Factors contributing to this positive trend include a decrease in harmful chemi...
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Antarctica's 'Doomsday Glacier' Is Heading For Collapse Sooner Than Expected
The scientists predict that Thwaites Glacier and the Antarctic Ice Sheet could collapse within the next 200 years.
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"Something Unusual...": Scientists Warn Of Potential Antarctic Vortex Split
Scientists warn that repeated wind slowdowns could lead to a sudden and dramatic change in the vortex's direction.
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Antarctic Study Reveals "Tipping Point" For Runaway Melting Of Ice Sheets
Scientists have discovered a new tipping point toward "runaway melting" of Antarctic ice sheets, caused by warm ocean water intruding between the ice and the land it sits on, according to a study published on Tuesday.
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Ancient Antarctic Mountains Unearthed By Pink Sands In Australia
The discovery of pink sand on the shores of Petrel Cove, Australia, has led scientists to uncover an ancient Antarctic mountain range.
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What Scientists Discovered After 15 Years Of Research On Blue Whale Sound
Scientists spent 15 years listening to blue whales in the Antarctic using special buoys that can detect whale calls.
-
Antarctic Wildlife Is Being Sunburnt. Scientists Say It's A "Wake-Up Call"
The ultraviolet radiation from the Sun increase the risk of skin cancer and cataracts in humans, but researchers do not yet know if the same is true for Antarctic mammals and birds.
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Antarctic Volcano That Ships Can Sail Into May Hold Clues To Life On Mars
On Deception Island in Antarctica, steam rises from the beaches, and glaciers dot the black slopes of what is actually an active volcano -- a rare clash of ice and fire that provides clues to scientists about what life could look like on Mars.
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Antarctic Ice Sheet Collapse Closer Than Thought, Reveals Octopus DNA
Scientists investigating how Antarctica's ice sheets retreated in the deep past have turned to an innovative approach: studying the genes of octopuses that live in its chilly waters.
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India's 1st Antarctic Mission Top Secret, Felt Like James Bond Film: Scientists
Forty years after India set up its first scientific base station in Antarctica, the researchers associated with the mission on Friday recalled how the country's first expedition to this polar region was kept under wraps from everyone.
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Scientists Discover Ancient River Landscape Beneath Antarctic Ice Sheet
In the new study, researchers analysed the past of the glacier sheet, based on the land beneath the Aurora and Schmidt basins, between the Denman and Totten glaciers.
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Global Warming: Thousands Of Penguins Die In Antarctic Ice Breakup
The melting of sea ice around Antarctica is leading to the loss of habitat for baby emperor penguins.
-
Scientist Studying Antarctica For 40 Years On Why It Needs Our Help Now
After decades immersed in Antarctic science, Ive learned that physical and biological changes rarely occur smoothly. More often than not, they unfold in sharp steps. Right now, Antarctica's climate and ecosystems are experiencing disturbing changes.
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Scientists Detect 'Ghost Particles' Emerging From Milky Way In Landmark Discovery
The neutrinos, or 'ghost particles', were detected by an astronomical detector buried in Antarctic ice.
