Algae Growth on Greenland’s Ice Contributes to Melting, Studies Show
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New studies reveal that algae growth on Greenland's ice sheet is accelerating its melting. These algae blooms, fueled by phosphorus-laden dust and nutrients released from melting ice, darken the ice surface, reducing its ability to reflect sunlight. This process creates a feedback loop, as more melting releases more nutrients, further promoting algae growth. The melting of Greenland's ice sheet contributes significantly to rising sea levels, with potential for a 23-foot rise if it were to disappear entirely. The Arctic is warming rapidly, and the melting ice is also opening up access to mineral, oil, and gas resources, raising geopolitical considerations.
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