The hidden world under western Antarctica

02.05.2016
The hidden world under western Antarctica: Researchers reveal ‘giant wetlands’ 800 metres beneath the ice sheet Researchers have revealed what really lies under western Antarctica. They say the subglacial Lake Whillans, which lies 800 meters (2,600 feet) beneath the West Antarctic Ice Sheet, is similar to a wetland. They hope by analysing the area, it could give new insight into how sea levels will rise and the ice melts due to global warming.

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