Scientists uncovered how ancient tectonic activity reshaped Antarctica, setting the stage for its massive ice sheet millions of years later. Hundreds of millions of years ago, Antarctica looked nothing like the frozen continent we know today. It was warm, humid, and covered in thriving plant and animal life. Then, around 34 million years ago, something flipped a switch, and glaciers began... [6186 chars]
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