Flying Alaska’s Glaciers with Operation IceBridge

What was the primary purpose of the IceSAT satellite?

• To track wildlife migration

• To study the Earth's atmosphere

• To collect data on the world's ice

• To monitor ocean temperatures

What was the main goal of NASA's Operation Icebridge?

• To study the Earth's core

• To explore outer space

• To bridge the data gap between satellite missions

• To launch a new satellite

Which university is involved in the Operation Icebridge Alaska mission?

• Harvard University

• University of California

• University of Texas

• University of Alaska Fairbanks

What makes measuring Alaskan glaciers particularly challenging?

• Their small size

• Their temperate nature and water pockets

• Their remote location

• Their rapid movement

Why are measurements of Alaskan glaciers important?

• They cover a large area of the Earth

• They are the coldest glaciers

• They contribute significantly to sea level rise

• They are the oldest glaciers on Earth