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SYSK Selects: How Icebergs Work

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Exploring Iceberg Dynamics

This chapter discusses Dr. Gregory Stone's expedition that revealed the explosive nature of destabilizing icebergs and the unexpected similarities to ice cubes cracking in water. The conversation also covers the classification of icebergs based on size and shape, introducing terms like 'Growlers' and 'bergy bits' alongside the B-15 iceberg. Additionally, the chapter dives into iceberg formation, movement, and their environmental impact, particularly focusing on their origins from Greenland glaciers.

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