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Antarctica's Volcanic Danger: 100 Volcanoes Beneath Ice Sheets!

Antarctica's Volcanic Danger: 100 Volcanoes Beneath Ice Sheets!
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World January 20, 2025 07:00

antarctica - Researchers have discovered a volcanic threat in Antarctica that could reshape the continent and lead to significant sea level rise globally. Learn more about the imminent danger.

Volcanic Threat Beneath Antarctica

A recent discovery of over 100 volcanoes beneath the surface of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet has sparked concern among experts. The volcanic activity has the potential to disrupt the region's ecosystem and pose a threat to global sea levels.

Positive Feedback Loop

Climate change is believed to be accelerating the melting of the ice sheet, which in turn is increasing volcanic activities, creating a positive feedback loop. As the ice mass decreases, it reduces the pressure on the underlying magma chambers, leading to their expansion and a higher likelihood of eruptions.

Implications of Melting Ice

Scientists warn that the heat released from some magma chambers due to ice melt could contribute to the melting of over three million cubic meters of ice annually. If the ice sheet collapses entirely, sea levels could rise by up to 60 meters, endangering coastal cities like New York, Tokyo, and Shanghai.

Future Predictions

While projections suggest that the West Antarctic Ice Sheet could collapse almost entirely by 2300, researchers caution that current models may underestimate the effects of the melting-volcanism feedback loop. Recent climate data highlights the urgent need for global action to mitigate the impact of human-induced climate change.

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