The Earth's cryosphere, which includes glaciers and ice caps, is highly sensitive to changes in temperature and can act as a feedback mechanism for climate change from "summary" of Earth System Science by Timothy Lenton
The Earth's cryosphere, encompassing glaciers and ice caps, plays a critical role in regulating global climate. These icy formations are highly sensitive to changes in temperature, making them key indicators of climate change. When temperatures rise, the cryosphere responds by melting at an accelerated rate, which, in turn, amplifies the warming effect. As the cryosphere melts, it not only contributes to rising sea levels but also releases stored carbon and methane into the atmosphere. This release of greenhouse gases further intensifies the greenhouse effect, leading to even higher temperatures. In this way, the cryosphere acts as a feedback mechanism, exacerbating the impacts of climate change. The loss of ice in the cryosphere also has far-reaching consequences for Ear...
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