Ilulissat Fjord (IMAGE)

University of Washington

Ilulissat Fjord

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This is a view down the Ilulissat Fjord toward the terminus where Jakobshavn Isbrae rapidly discharges ice to the ocean. This fjord is frequently clogged with icebergs along its entire 60-km (37 mile) length.

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Ian Joughin, Univ. of Washington

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