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Arctic ice minimum extent, 2013 C017 / 3623

Arctic ice minimum extent. Satellite image showing the Arctic polar ice cap at its annual minimum extent on 12th September 2013. 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. The sea ice here covers 5.1 million square kilometres. This decrease is attributed to global warming. Data from the Advanced Microwave Scanning Radiometer 2 (AMSR2) instrument on the Global Change Observation Mission 1st-Water (GCOM-W1) satellite

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the Arctic ice minimum extent in 2013, providing a striking visual representation of the alarming effects of global warming. Taken on September 12th, this satellite image reveals the annual minimum extent of the Arctic polar ice cap. The white and blue-tinted area represents the perennial ice cover, which has been steadily decreasing since satellite observations began in 1979. Covering an area of approximately 5.1 million square kilometers, this minimal ice region is a clear indication of the Earth's changing climate. The decline in perennial ice is attributed to rising temperatures caused by global warming. As our planet continues to warm at an unprecedented rate, it is crucial to acknowledge and address these environmental changes. The data used for this image was collected by NASA's Advanced Microwave Scanning Radiometer 2 (AMSR2) instrument on board Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency's Global Change Observation Mission 1st-Water (GCOM-W1) satellite. This powerful technology allows us to monitor and study Earth from space, providing valuable insights into climatological patterns and shifts. As we witness the receding Arctic sea ice year after year, it becomes evident that urgent action must be taken to mitigate further damage caused by climate change. This thought-provoking photograph serves as a reminder of our responsibility to protect our planet for future generations and highlights the need for sustainable practices worldwide.

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