Premium Framed Print : Arctic ice minimum extent, 2012
Framed Photos from Science Photo Library
Arctic ice minimum extent, 2012
Arctic ice minimum extent. Satellite image showing the Arctic polar ice cap at its annual minimum extent on 16th September 2012. The Arctic sea ice (white with blue tint) reaches a minimum in September, at the end of the Arctic summer. This minimal ice area is called the perennial ice cover. The perennial ice has been steadily decreasing since satellites began observing it in 1979, at a rate of about 10 percent per decade. This was the lowest recorded minimum, at just over 3.4 million square kilometres. This decrease is attributed to global warming. Data from the Special Sensor Microwave Imager (SSMI) instrument on the US Air Forces Defense Meteorological Satellite Program (DMSP)
Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations
Media ID 9273181
© NASA/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Annual Arctic Arctic Circle Arctic Ocean Climate Change Climatological Climatology Declining Disappearing Dmsp Earth Observation Environmental From Space Global Warming Losing Melting Passage Province Recede Receding Region Retreat Retreating Satellite Satellite Image Sea Ice Shrinking Smallest Strait Decline Declined Imager Polar Ice Cap Receded Retreated Vanishing Yearly
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.3cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Science Photo Library showcases the Arctic ice minimum extent in 2012. Taken on September 16th, this satellite image depicts the annual minimum extent of the Arctic polar ice cap. The white expanse with a subtle blue tint represents the diminishing Arctic sea ice, reaching its lowest recorded minimum at just over 3.4 million square kilometers. Referred to as the perennial ice cover, this minimal ice area has been steadily decreasing since satellite observations began in 1979. Experts estimate that it is declining at a rate of approximately 10 percent per decade, an alarming trend attributed to global warming and climate change. The data used for this image was collected by the Special Sensor Microwave Imager (SSMI) instrument on the US Air Forces Defense Meteorological Satellite Program (DMSP). It offers valuable insights into Earth's climatological changes and highlights how human activities impact our environment. As we observe this vanishing landscape through space-based technology, it serves as a stark reminder of our planet's vulnerability and emphasizes the urgent need for action to mitigate further melting and loss of sea ice. This visual evidence underscores both the fragility of our natural world and humanity's responsibility to protect it for future generations.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.