Iceberg hunting: how well can we predict the distribution of icebergs?
Associated divisions
Cryospheric Sciences (CR)
Ocean Sciences (OS)
Ocean Sciences (OS)
Language
English
Age group
16-18
Type of activities
Classroom
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The article and activity sheet are available through the following link: https://futurumcareers.com/iceberg-hunting-how-well-can-we-predict-the-distribution-of-icebergs
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Description
Ever since an iceberg sank the Titanic in 1912, scientists have been attempting to track their movements across the oceans. However, predicting the path of an iceberg is surprisingly difficult. At the University of Manitoba in Canada, Dr Juliana Marson is using numerical models to understand how icebergs move and the impact they have on ocean processes and ecosystems.
This brochure introduces Juliana's work, offers an insight into careers in physical oceanography, contains an interview with Juliana and includes an activity sheet that challenges students to conduct an experiment to test the impact of salinity on melting.