Signs of thawing permafrost revealed from space
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 - 07:31
in Earth & Climate
(PhysOrg.com) -- Satellite are seeing changes in land surfaces in high detail at northern latitudes, indicating thawing permafrost. This releases greenhouse gases into parts of the Arctic, exacerbating the effects of climate change.
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