A good example of a pressure ridge
Scott's Base (NZ base)
Me in front of some ridges
Cool ice formation
A massive ridge called the Cathedral
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Antarctica: Pressure Ridges
Photos from a tour of the pressure ridges out in front of the NZ base. These ridges are formed by constant heating and cooling of cracks in the ice, causing ice to expand and force its way out.
A good example of a pressure ridge
Scott's Base (NZ base)
Me in front of some ridges
Cool ice formation
A massive ridge called the Cathedral
A good example of a pressure ridge Scott's Base (NZ base) Me in front of some ridges Cool ice formation A massive ridge called the Cathedral 
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