Caves in the Ross Ice Shelf, Antartica
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Caves in the Ross Ice Shelf, Antartica
Caves in the Ross Ice Shelf, Antarctica. An ice shelf is an extensive sheet of floating ice, on the margin of & attached to a coastline. The Ross Ice Shelf covers approximately 256, 000 square kilometres (160, 000 square miles) of sea. Over geological time-scales, caves on the edge of an ice shelf collapse & the broken mass floats free as an iceberg. Icebergs formed in this way, as opposed to those formed at the end of a glacier, are usually rectangular in shape with a plateau or tabular top
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Caves in the Ross Ice Shelf, Antarctica. As an extensive sheet of floating ice attached to a coastline, an ice shelf is a remarkable natural formation. The Ross Ice Shelf, spanning over 256,000 square kilometers (160,000 square miles) of sea, dominates this frozen landscape. Over countless years, geological forces have caused caves on the edge of the ice shelf to collapse. These collapsed masses then break free and float as majestic icebergs. Unlike those formed at the end of a glacier, these icebergs take on a distinct rectangular shape with a plateau or tabular top. The serene image captures nature's artistry at its finest - towering white structures against an azure backdrop that stretches as far as the eye can see. The sheer magnitude and grandeur of these icy caverns leave viewers in awe and wonderment. This photograph from Science Photo Library not only highlights the breathtaking beauty found within our environment but also serves as a reminder of how delicate and fragile our planet truly is. It invites us to appreciate Earth's wonders while urging us to protect them for future generations.
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