Elizabeth Kolbert on What Happens "When the Arctic Melts"
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Understanding Greenland's Ice Sheet and Climate Feedback
This chapter explores the vastness of Greenland's ice sheet, its impact on global sea levels, and the extreme conditions faced by scientists studying it. It emphasizes the critical role of ice and snow in climate feedback mechanisms and the rapid changes occurring due to melting. Personal narratives from scientists bring to light the emotional toll of witnessing the ice sheet's degradation and the urgency of addressing climate change.
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