Earth’s Ice Caps Exist Due to a Lucky Coincidence – And They Might Not Last - SciTechDaily

Earth’s current ice-covered state is an anomaly, relying on rare geological conditions, and scientists caution that excessive warming may not naturally revert to cooler climates. New research reveals that the cool conditions necessary for ice caps to form on …
New research reveals that Earth’s ice-covered state is rare in its history and results from a unique combination of factors, including low volcanic activity and dispersed continents. A long-term clim… [+3942 chars] Read More