shelf ice (Meaning)
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shelf ice (n)
ice that is attached to land but projects out to sea
Synonyms & Antonyms of shelf ice
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shelf ice Sentence Examples
- The massive shelf ice extended miles along the Antarctic coastline, creating a surreal icy landscape.
- Climate change is causing the rapid melting of shelf ice, leading to rising sea levels.
- The Ross Ice Shelf, the largest contiguous shelf ice on Earth, is known for its stunning azure color.
- Scientists use seismic instruments to study the thickness and movements of shelf ice.
- The icebergs calved from shelf ice can drift thousands of kilometers before melting.
- The underside of shelf ice provides a unique habitat for marine life, including seals and penguins.
- Icebergs break away from shelf ice when the edges become weakened by cracks or melting.
- The formation of shelf ice is a result of the accumulation of snow over hundreds to thousands of years.
- The weight of the overlying ice compresses the shelf ice, creating a solid and stable platform.
- Researchers use ice cores drilled from shelf ice to study past climate conditions and ancient life forms.
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ice that is attached to land but projects out to sea
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The massive shelf ice extended miles along the Antarctic coastline, creating a surreal icy landscape.
Climate change is causing the rapid melting of shelf ice, leading to rising sea levels.
The Ross Ice Shelf, the largest contiguous shelf ice on Earth, is known for its stunning azure color.
Scientists use seismic instruments to study the thickness and movements of shelf ice.
