What is the name of the largest ice shelf in Antarctica, playing a key role in global climate balance?
Ross Ice Shelf
The Ross Ice Shelf is the largest floating ice platform in Antarctica, covering about 487,000 square kilometers. It plays a crucial role in the global climate system by acting as a regulator of ocean currents and influencing global ocean circulation. The Ross Ice Shelf is also an important habitat for marine fauna, including seals, penguins, and a multitude of fish species, which depend on the unique ecosystems beneath the ice. Scientists study this region to better understand the effects of climate change.
