Antarctic Glacier Collapse Accelerates, Raising Sea-Level Concerns
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A record-breaking rapid collapse of Antarctica's Hektoria Glacier, losing nearly half its mass in two months due to its flat bedrock topography, highlights potential risks for global sea level rise and offers new insights into glacier retreat mechanisms.
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