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Rising Temperatures, Shrinking Ice
Global warming is raising Earth’s temperatures, causing glaciers, sea ice, and ice sheets to melt at alarming rates. Polar regions are warming faster than the rest of the planet.

 

Why Melting Ice Matters
Ice reflects sunlight back into space. As it disappears, darker ocean water absorbs more heat, speeding up warming and melting even more ice.

 

Worldwide Consequences
Melting ice raises sea levels, threatens coastal communities, and disrupts habitats for animals like polar bears and seals, affecting the entire planet.