Mysterious Disappearances and Discoveries Beneath Antarctic Ice

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Mysterious Disappearances and Discoveries Beneath Antarctic Ice
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Scientists used autonomous underwater vehicles to map the underside of Antarctica's Dotson Ice Shelf, revealing complex terrain and uneven melting patterns driven by warm ocean currents. During a follow-up mission in 2024, the vehicle disappeared, raising concerns about the stability of ice shelves and their role in sea level rise, as melting accelerates in specific areas.

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