Thwaites Glacier:
Scientists have raised concerns over the Thwaites Glacier, as it is melting at an unprecedented rate because of climate change fueled by human activities.
- It is a large glacier in West Antarctica, about the size of a large country.
- Scientists have often called it the “Doomsday Glacier”.
- Impact of Melting of Thwaites Glacier:
- It has been becoming thinner, retreating, and contributing to sea-level rise.
- If it weakens beyond a point, other glaciers may lose ice faster as well, further increasing sea-level rise.
- Higher sea levels will cause coasts to flood more easily, worsen erosion, increase storm surges, and threaten cities, low-lying islands, and ports.
- It is one of the most important places on the earth for those trying to understand how sea levels will rise in future.
