Spread of Dark Algae Could Hasten Melt of Greenland Ice Sheet
Dark algae are spreading across the Greenland ice sheet as snow cover retreats. Their dark color causes ice to absorb more heat from the sun, accelerating melting, and according to a new study, the harsh conditions on the ice sheet will do little to slow the algae's advance. Read more on E360 →
Dark algae are spreading across the Greenland ice sheet as snow cover retreats. Their dark color causes ice to absorb more heat from the sun, accelerating melting, and according to a new study, the harsh conditions on the ice sheet will do little to slow the algae's advance.
