Antarctica could be in danger of collapse by 2100, scientists warn
New research predicts a doubling of surface melting of the ice shelves by 2050, risking their collapse by the end of the century.
Antarctic ice is melting so fast that the stability of the whole continent could be at risk by 2100, scientists have warned.
Widespread collapse of Antarctic ice shelves – floating extensions of land ice projecting into the sea – could pave the way for dramatic rises in sea level.
Source: Guardian
Updated: Thu 15 Oct 2015 at 16:30