Discovering Life Under Antarctica’s Ice

The video features Drew Laura, Principal Investigator of Science Under the Ice, discussing the study of unique Antarctic species and their resilience to climate change. The team conducts scuba diving operations under the ice in Antarctica, deploying experiments and collecting data to understand environmental changes. The harsh conditions and surreal beauty of ice diving are highlighted, emphasizing the importance of documenting changes and understanding climate models.

What is the primary focus of the Science Under the Ice project?

• Mapping the Antarctic sea floor

• Developing new scuba equipment

• Exploring new diving techniques

• Studying the resilience of sea floor organisms to climate change

Where did the most recent expedition of the Science Under the Ice project take place?

• McMurdo Sound

• Explorers Cove, New Harbor

• Weddell Sea

• Amundsen Sea

What was one of the main activities conducted during the expedition?

• Building a research station

• Deploying incubation chambers on the sea floor

• Collecting ice samples

• Training new divers

How is the experience of diving under the ice described?

• Like walking on a sandy beach

• Like swimming in a warm pool

• Similar to flying in a plane

• Comparable to diving in outer space

What challenge is mentioned regarding the living conditions during the expedition?

• Lack of food supplies

• Difficulty in keeping warm due to malfunctioning stoves

• Communication issues with the base

• Shortage of diving equipment