Viedma Glacier, Argentina (IMAGE)

University of California - Irvine

Viedma Glacier, Argentina

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Glaciers in South America's Patagonia region, including Argentina's Viedma Glacier (pictured), are much thicker than expected, according to a seven-year survey conducted by scientists from UCI, Chile and Argentina that will enable researchers and planners to more accurately model the effects of global warming and plan for potential disruptions in freshwater resources.

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Jeremie Mouginot / UCI

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