Antarctic ice melt triggers further melting: Evidence for cascading feedbacks 9,000 years ago
Phys.org • 11/7/2025 • Last cited 11/7/2025
Summary
A study published by Phys.org indicates that the significant retreat of the East Antarctic Ice Sheet around 9,000 years ago was influenced by a self-reinforcing feedback loop involving ice melt and ocean circulation. This evidence suggests that similar cascading feedbacks may be relevant to current climate change scenarios.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
69 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
Phys.org
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score45/100
Related Story Timeline
- 2025-11-07Antarctic ice melt triggers further melting: Evidence for cascading feedbacks 9,000 years ago (current)
- 2025-12-08Adrift like Shackleton: Robot float survives Antarctic ice (Phys.org)
- 2025-12-12Mission for ancient climate clues beneath Antarctic ice gets underway (Phys.org)
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Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 69 days - proven survivor
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