East Antarctic Ice Sheet

The East Antarctic Ice Sheet is one of the largest ice masses on Earth, located in East Antarctica. It plays a crucial role in regulating global sea levels and climate. This ice sheet is made up of thick layers of ice that have built up over millions of years. Scientists study it to understand past climate changes and predict future impacts, particularly regarding melting ice and rising sea levels due to global warming. Its stability is essential as it contains enough ice to significantly affect ocean levels if it were to melt completely.