Activity 1: Estimate Iceberg Speed

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Iceberg heading your way!

In March 2000, a large tabular iceberg named B15-A calved from the nearby Ross Ice Shelf into the Ross Sea. It is now making its way towards McMurdo station. Use the satellite images below to estimate when it might collide with an ice projection that is near the station.

 McMurdo Station, Antarctica

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This application teaches iceberg tracking using satellite imagery.

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This application is used to convey information for tracking icebergs.

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This application is used for simple quizzing.
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