Ice Core Samples

Ice core samples are long cylinders of ice drilled from glaciers or ice sheets. These cores contain layers of ice that have accumulated over thousands of years, trapping air bubbles, dust, and particles from different time periods. Scientists analyze these layers to study past climates, atmospheric composition, and environmental changes. By examining the trapped gases and isotopes in the ice, researchers can reconstruct historical temperature patterns, volcanic activity, and climate shifts, offering valuable insights into Earth's climate history and helping predict future trends.