Glaciology research, Argentiere Glacier C016 / 9623
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Glaciology research, Argentiere Glacier C016 / 9623
Glaciology research. Researcher using a laptop computer to access and study photography of glacier movements. This is the Argentiere Glacier in the French Alps. The movement of the glacier has caused the upper surface to break up into large blocks called seracs. This camera allows the daily movement and falling of the seracs to be observed. This glacier flows some nine kilometres from its source towards the valley of Chamonix valley, terminating near the village of Argentiere. Glaciers can be sensitive to climate change and this glacier is among those that in which rapid retreat (loss of ice) has been observed. Photographed in November 2012
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© THIERRY BERROD, MONA LISA PRODUCTION/ SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
2012 Alpine Alps Camera Climate Change Climatological Climatology Clouds Cold Computer Earth Sciences Examining France French Frozen Glacial Glacier Glaciologist Glaciology Global Warming High Altitude High Elevation Laptop Mountains November Photographing Physical Geography Recording Researcher Researching Scientist Snowy Studying Argentiere Glacier Ice Blocks Seracs
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This print captures the essence of glaciology research in action. In the midst of the breathtaking French Alps, a dedicated researcher can be seen utilizing modern technology to study and document the movements of the majestic Argentiere Glacier. With a laptop computer at hand, this European male scientist delves into the intricate details of glacier dynamics through photography analysis. The Argentiere Glacier, stretching an impressive nine kilometers from its source towards Chamonix valley, showcases nature's raw power as it breaks up into colossal blocks known as seracs. This camera lens allows for daily observation of these mesmerizing ice formations and their subsequent falls. It is within this frozen landscape that climate change becomes evident, with rapid retreat and loss of ice being observed over time. Against a backdrop of snowy peaks and icy terrain, this photograph encapsulates both human ingenuity and our planet's vulnerability. The researcher's technological prowess merges seamlessly with his alpine surroundings as he meticulously studies every aspect captured on film. Taken in November 2012 by Thierry Berrod from Mona Lisa Production/Science Photo Library, this image serves as a reminder that glacial research plays a crucial role in understanding Earth's changing climate patterns. As we navigate through the 21st century, scientists like Luc Moreau continue to shed light on physical geography while striving to protect our precious natural wonders from further harm caused by global warming.
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