Organism
Pine Island Glacier
TL;DR
An Antarctic glacier with its terminus floating on the ocean, retreating into deeper water.
An Antarctic glacier with its terminus floating on the ocean, retreating into deeper water. Could contribute 1+ meter of sea level rise if full collapse occurs.
Notable Traits of Pine Island Glacier
- Terminus floating on ocean
- Retreating into deeper water
- Potential 1+ meter sea level rise contribution if full collapse